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Reports: Rockets already open to trading No. 4 overall draft pick

Jonathan Wasserman (@NBADraftWass) of Bleacher Report and Kelly Iko (@KellyIko) of The Athletic expect the #Rockets to be active in trade talks involving the No. 4 overall draft pick.

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Report: Rockets to push Jalen Green in third NBA season, demand more accountability

“At the conclusion of his second season, Jalen Green was told he was going to be pushed and held accountable in the next phase of Houston’s rebuild,” @KellyIko writes. #Rockets

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‘Sky is the limit’: Ime Udoka explains why Houston was the right fit

Citing young talent, salary cap space, and an attractive destination market, new #Rockets coach Ime Udoka explained why he’s a big believer in Houston’s future.

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Rockets coaching search updates: James Borrego, Ime Udoka interview

The #Rockets are now in week two of their coaching search to replace Stephen Silas, with former NBA head coaches Ime Udoka and James Borrego among the latest interviewees.

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Rockets coaching search, April 13 updates: Frank Vogel interviews, Sam Cassell on tap

Here’s our roundup of #Rockets coaching search news, headlined by an official interview of former Lakers coach Frank Vogel and a looming interview of Sam Cassell.

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Report: Rockets targeting Ime Udoka, Kenny Atkinson, Frank Vogel, Nick Nurse, Scott Brooks as coach

With a premium placed on proven coaching experience, Ime Udoka, Kenny Atkinson, Frank Vogel, Nick Nurse, and Scott Brooks are among the top candidates to replace Stephen Silas. #Rockets

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Rockets Twitter reacts as Jabari Smith Jr. beats Pelicans at buzzer

Jabari Smith Jr. beat the buzzer versus New Orleans to give the #Rockets a third straight win, and it was a wild scene at Toyota Center. Here’s how it played out in real-time.

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Report: Key Sixers players believe James Harden may leave for Rockets

“Key Sixers players privately believe that James Harden may make this Houston reunion a reality,” The Athletic’s @KellyIko and @sam_amick report. #Rockets

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Jalen Green good, James Harden better as 76ers blast Rockets

Jalen Green scored a game-high 29 points in Philadelphia, but it wasn’t nearly enough to win. James Harden, a potential #Rockets target in free agency, was dominant.

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Rockets GM Rafael Stone explains Houston’s trade deadline moves

In Friday’s press conference, #Rockets GM Rafael Stone shared his perspective on Houston’s trade deadline moves (Eric Gordon) and what comes next for the 2022-23 roster and beyond.

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Rockets veterans Eric Gordon, Jae’Sean Tate draw interest as NBA trade deadline nears

#Rockets veterans Eric Gordon and Jae’Sean Tate are drawing interest from several teams as the NBA trade deadline nears, per @KellyIko of The Athletic.

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In rookie battle, Keegan Murray shoots Kings past Jabari Smith Jr., Rockets

In a battle of the No. 3 and No. 4 overall picks from the 2022 draft class, rookie forward Keegan Murray and the Kings clearly outshined Jabari Smith Jr. and the Rockets.

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Takeaways: Rockets snap losing streak on Jalen Green’s career night

“I’m trying to be one of the best NBA players,” says Jalen Green, who scored a career-high 42 points in a win over Minnesota. “I’m trying to be coached, learn as much as I can.” #Rockets

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Takeaways: Anthony Edwards blasts Jalen Green, Rockets lose 13th straight

Anthony Edwards scored 44 points and severely outplayed Jalen Green as the #Rockets extended their losing streak to an NBA-worst 13 games on Saturday in Minnesota.

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Takeways: In fourth straight home loss, Rockets ground to halt by Magic zone

With eight fourth-quarter turnovers vs. Orlando’s zone defense and five in the last five minutes, Houston blew a 15-point lead in the second half and lost its fourth straight game at home.

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Report: Other NBA teams think Rockets will eventually trade KJ Martin

“While they aren’t necessarily looking to trade Martin, it’s important to remember that every player has a price,” @KellyIko says of the #Rockets and KJ Martin.

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‘Let go of the rope’: Spurs dominate Rockets for second time in two weeks

Daishen Nix dished out a career-high 9 assists in just 24 minutes, but that wasn’t nearly enough for the #Rockets in a deflating home loss to the Spurs, another rebuilding franchise.

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Report: Rockets, Eric Gordon appear increasingly likely to part ways

Is a split between the #Rockets and veteran guard Eric Gordon finally happening? The Athletic’s @KellyIko believes this season could be the time, and there are several plausible reasons.

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In breakout season, KJ Martin eyes contract extension in Houston

KJ Martin is flourishing with the Rockets in his third season, and The Athletic’s Kelly Iko reports that Martin is now open to a contract extension to stay in Houston for years to come.

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Takeaways: Kevin Porter Jr. leads Rockets in competitive loss at Phoenix

The shooting slump continues for Jalen Green, but #Rockets backcourt mate Kevin Porter Jr. (26 points, 8 rebounds, 6 assists) showed promising signs in Sunday’s loss at Phoenix.

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Rockets likely to begin season with Bruno Fernando starting at center

Bruno Fernando, not Alperen Sengun, appears likely to start at center for the #Rockets in Wednesday’s regular-season opener, per @KellyIko of The Athletic.

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Takeaways: Jabari Smith Jr., Tari Eason have dazzling debuts as Rockets blast Spurs

Jabari Smith Jr. put on a show with 21 points (6-of-8 on 3-pointers) in 24 minutes as Houston crushed San Antonio in the preseason opener. Here’s a look at postgame interviews and analysis.

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Rockets trade four players to OKC for package led by Derrick Favors, future second-round draft pick

The Rockets are trading four veteran players to Oklahoma City in a deal bringing Derrick Favors, a future second-round draft pick, and more to Houston. Here’s our analysis of the move.

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Report: Rockets, Kevin Porter Jr. still hoping for contract extension

“It’s clear Porter and Houston have hopes of getting an extension done ahead of the 2022-23 season,” Kelly Iko writes in The Athletic. The deadline for any deal is Monday, Oct. 17.

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Report: Rockets, Kevin Porter Jr. both want contract extension in 2022

Regarding Kevin Porter Jr. and the Rockets, Kelly Iko writes: “Porter is extension-eligible this offseason, and both sides want to get a deal done before the new campaign kicks off.”

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