HISTORICAL FACTS: 18 | History Defined

NBA free agency winners and losers: Hawks and Rockets soar while Lakers stall

The Hawks reload around Trae Young, Denver gives Jokić real help and Houston goes all-in, while LeBron’s Lakers leave more questions than answers

The Guardian - US · Jul 8, 2025

The Kevin Durant trade to Houston sees seven teams involved in the record-setting deal

Kevin Durant’s trade to the Houston Rockets is official and officially record-setting

The Independent UK · Jul 6, 2025

NBA Free Agency Winners and Losers: Nuggets Retool While Lakers Scuffle

Denver replenished its lineup and looks poised to regain contender status. The Lakers, meanwhile, don't seem to be among the West's best on paper.

Sports Illustrated · Jul 6, 2025

Former Rockets' First-Round Pick to Return to Houston on Three-Year Deal

Clint Capela is on his way back to H-Town.

Sports Illustrated · Jun 30, 2025

Houston Rockets, Jabari Smith Jr. Agree to Five-Year, $122 Million Extension

The Houston Rockets have been one of the busiest teams of the early NBA offseason.

Sports Illustrated · Jun 30, 2025

‘One of the Best’—Nico Lodeiro Bids Farewell After Revolutionizing MLS

After parts of 10 seasons in the league, the 38-year-old Lodeiro wrapped up his MLS career with his 241st appearance on Saturday.

Sports Illustrated · Jun 29, 2025

Every Batter Dealt in Cubs-Astros Kyle Tucker Trade Homered in Same Game

It was a full circle moment for these three players.

Sports Illustrated · Jun 29, 2025

Report: Rockets to Re-Sign Three Key Veterans for Next Season

Kevin Durant will be reunited with an old teammate.

Sports Illustrated · Jun 27, 2025

Rockets Mulling Potentially Trading Young Forward After Kevin Durant Deal

Houston may not be done yet.

Sports Illustrated · Jun 27, 2025

Way-Too-Early 2026 NBA Draft Big Board: Three Vie for No. 1 Spot

Darryn Peterson, AJ Dybantsa and Cameron Boozer highlight a talent-rich lottery featuring a plethora of college players.

Sports Illustrated · Jun 27, 2025