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When should Houston capitalize on its future Brooklyn draft picks?

The Houston Rockets own Brooklyn’s draft capital until 2027. Should they stand pat, or look to cash in some of those assets in the 2022 offseason? Here’s our look at the pros and cons.

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Rockets reportedly hoping to use two-way contract slot on backup center

Moses Brown, Freddie Gillespie, Bruno Fernando, and Mfiondu Kabengele are among potential backup center signings for the Rockets, per Kelly Iko of The Athletic.

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Rockets, Kevin Porter held preliminary extension talks?

Zach Lowe: Kevin Porter, Jr. is the wildcard to me. He's up for an extension. I've heard there have been some very, very, very, very, very, very, very preliminary talks about talking at some point in the future, but some openness to a deal there. ...

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NBA free agency: Mo Bamba would be a calculated risk for Houston

What would center Mo Bamba offer to the Rockets, and how might he fit the roster? With Houston reportedly showing interest early in free agency, let’s take a look.

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Why Alperen Sengun could be the biggest Jabari Smith beneficiary

On paper, Jabari Smith may be a better fit next to young Rockets center Alperen Sengun than what Paolo Banchero would have been. Shooting and floor spacing are among the reasons.

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Rafael Stone, Stephen Silas prioritizing development over wins in 2022-23

Rafael Stone on developing the younger Rockets: “You don’t want to stunt their growth by trying to steal a win here or there. Philosophically, we’re very cognizant of that.”

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Report: Rockets expected to target center depth in free agency

The Christian Wood trade opened up the starting center spot for Alperen Sengun, but the Rockets still want to add more depth behind him, per Jonathan Feigen of the Houston Chronicle.

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Did trading Christian Wood fix the Rockets’ frontcourt logjam?

The Christian Wood trade allows Alperen Sengun to become Houston’s starting center, but more frontcourt roster moves might still be needed, depending on 2022 NBA draft results.

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Key takeaways as Rockets trade Christian Wood to Dallas for first-round draft package

In a trade primarily about the incoming draft asset, the Rockets dealt Christian Wood to Dallas for the No. 26 pick in the 2022 first round. Here’s a look at immediate reaction and takeaways.

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Rockets made Christian Wood partly with Paolo Banchero or Chet Holmgren in mind

Tim MacMahon: Rockets were looking to move Christian Wood to clear playing time for Alperen Sengun and likely the No. 3 overall pick, whether that's Paolo Banchero or Chet Holmgren. They pounced on chance to acquire a first-round pick (and no ...

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How can Houston create more minutes for Usman Garuba?

More minutes in 2022-23 could help with Usman Garuba’s development, but the Rockets might need to trade a frontcourt player this offseason to allow for that to happen.

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Why Houston should close its chapter with Christian Wood

With only one season left on his contract and potentially another frontcourt piece arriving via the No. 3 overall draft pick, is now the time for the Rockets to move on from Christian Wood?

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Which NBA Team Needs a Big Offseason?

Thunder? Blazers? Kings? Debating which franchises need to strike gold this summer.

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Alperen Sengun embracing tough practices with Rockets assistant John Lucas

“We’re doing tough practices, because we’re working with John Lucas,” Alperen Sengun says of Houston's assistant coach. “He’s crazy, and his practice is crazy too.”

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Alperen Sengun sees idols in MVP leaders Nikola Jokic, Joel Embiid

Alperen Sengun on the second consecutive MVP award for Nikola Jokic: “I am happy for him, and he deserved it. I have two idols in the NBA right now, one is (Joel) Embiid and one Jokic.”

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Joel Embiid: ‘Everybody expected the Houston James Harden, but that’s not who he is anymore’

Michael Scotto: Joel Embiid on James Harden: "Obviously, I'm sure since we got him, everybody expected the Houston James Harden, but that's not who he is anymore. He's more of a playmaker. I thought, at times, as with all of us, could've been more ...

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Tilman Fertitta: Rockets expect to make ‘big move’ by 2023-24 season

“We expect to win more ballgames this coming season, and we expect to make a big move (the) next year,” Rockets owner Tilman Fertitta tells the Houston Chronicle.

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Alperen Sengun, Usman Garuba plan to play in EuroBasket 2022 in September

Assuming health, Rockets prospects Alperen Sengun (Turkey) and Usman Garuba (Spain) are set to play in EuroBasket 2022 in September. NBA training camps will open later that month.

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WATCH: Top 2021-22 Rockets highlights for Jalen Green, Alperen Sengun, Kevin Porter Jr., more

Courtesy of the Rockets, here’s a look back at the 2021-22 season’s top plays by Jalen Green, Alperen Sengun, Christian Wood, Kevin Porter Jr., and Eric Gordon.

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Bleacher Report awards A grade to Houston’s 2022 rookie class

Bleacher Report grades the 2022 rookie class (A) for the Houston Rockets: “The quantity alone is impressive, but the quality is what should have Space City jazzed about the future.”

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Jalen Green reflects on first season in Houston, sees team growth

Jalen Green on the Rockets and his first NBA season: “I think we got a lot better. You’ve seen where our heart was at, and how we approached every game these last seven or eight games.”

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Kevin Porter Jr. continues scoring binge in Houston’s close loss to Pascal Siakam, Raptors

Kevin Porter Jr. scored a combined 71 points in Houston’s final two road games of the season, including 35 on Friday in Toronto, but it still wasn’t quite enough to get a win.

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Kyrie Irving pours in 42 in Nets' much-needed win vs. Rockets

NEW YORK — All he needed was a little bit of rest.

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Alperen Sengun embracing challenge of defending elite bigs for Rockets

Stephen Silas on Houston’s defensive improvement Sunday: “We stopped doubling Towns quite as much. Alpi (Sengun) said, ‘I want to guard him,’ and I said ‘Ok, you want him, you got him.’”

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Reserve center Bruno Fernando taking advantage of moment with Rockets

“He hustles,” Rockets guard Kevin Porter Jr. says of new teammate Bruno Fernando. “He does the dirty work. He bangs. Everyone needs someone like Bruno.”

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