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Alperen Sengun on Rockets, trade deadline: ‘Wouldn’t change …
1 day ago · The in-season trade deadline for the NBA's 2024-25 campaign is less than two weeks away on Thursday, Feb. 6. But it's not a given that the Houston Rockets, led by general manager Rafael Stone and head coach Ime Udoka, will choose to make a move.. The Rockets are plenty good, as is, as evidenced by their 29-14 record and a …
‘It’s a special place’: Rockets stack home wins vs. elite opponents
3 days ago · In the 2024-25 season to date, the Houston Rockets (29-14, No. 2 in the Western Conference standings) are becoming increasingly known for their strong performances against good teams.. The Rockets are a combined 12-4 versus the five other top-six teams in the West (Thunder, Grizzlies, Nuggets, Lakers, Clippers) and the East's top-five teams (Cavaliers, Celtics, Knicks, Bucks, Pacers).
In win at Portland, Rockets finish first half of season on 56-win pace
Jan 18, 2025 · In a clear mismatch between franchises in different positions, the Rockets wrapped up a three-game road trip and their first half of the NBA's 2024-25 regular season with Saturday's 125-103 blowout victory at Portland.With the win, Houston (28-13) extended its lead for the No. 2 spot in the Western Conference.
Nets owner hints at longer-term approach, which could benefit …
May 26, 2024 · The Houston Rockets already landed Tari Eason and the No. 3 pick (via Brooklyn) in the 2024 NBA draft as part of the January 2021 blockbuster trade involving James Harden.
‘We can beat anybody’: Rockets continue to excel vs. NBA’s best …
3 days ago · At 36-7, the Cleveland Cavaliers and Oklahoma City Thunder are tied for the NBA's best record in its ongoing 2024-25 regular season. Only one team has beaten both. It's the Rockets (29-14), who continue to rank just behind Oklahoma City at No. 2 in the Western Conference standings. Overall, Houston ...
‘Stay ready’ crew: Jae’Sean Tate, Cam Whitmore lift Rockets in …
Dec 23, 2024 · The Houston Rockets trailed by 16 points early in Sunday's first quarter at Toronto, but they stormed back thanks in large part to effort from two unlikely sources.. Reserves Cam Whitmore and Jae'Sean Tate, who have played only sparingly in the 2024-25 NBA season to date, stepped up in a big way in Houston's 114-110 comeback victory over the Raptors. ...
As Rockets inch closer to play-in race, Ime Udoka focused on …
Mar 15, 2024 · Houston Rockets head coach Ime Udoka doesn’t consistently check NBA standings, but he is well aware of where his team stands with 16 games left to play in the 2023-24 regular season.
After close win, Clippers stars impressed by improving Rockets
Mar 8, 2024 · HOUSTON — Los Angeles Clippers forwards Kwahi Leonard and Paul George sat at their lockers inside the visiting locker room of Toyota Center, and discussed some of the events that had transpired in Wednesday’s 122-116 victory over Houston.. Leonard and George knew coming into the game that they would have their hands full with a young, inspired team that featured several strong veterans and ...
Rockets expect shooting to improve in 2024-25 through maturation
May 16, 2024 · As directed by head coach Ime Udoka, the Houston Rockets had a clear emphasis on shooting more 3-pointers coming out of the All-Star break. In 28 games, Houston’s average total of 39.6 attempts per game ranked second to …