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Free agency eve rumors: NBA teams expect Fred VanVleet, Dillon Brooks to join Rockets

Rival teams are expecting Fred VanVleet and Dillon Brooks to reach contract agreements with the #Rockets shortly after NBA free agency opens on Friday night, @TheSteinLine reports.

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Rockets free agency: Momentum builds for Fred VanVleet, slows for James Harden, Brook Lopez

The #Rockets could soon offer Fred VanVleet a maximum-salaried contract for two years, but James Harden and Brook Lopez look increasingly likely to stay put, according to reports.

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If James Harden leaves the Sixers, who will replace him? Tracking point guard options in free agency.

PHILADELPHIA — The 76ers' "Scenario A," as president of basketball operations Daryl Morey termed it last month, is re-signing James Harden (presumably after he declines his $35.6 million player option for next season). Not just because the former MVP is still a 20-and-10 player who led the NBA in assists…

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Houston Rockets' 13-man NBA free agency shopping list including James Harden

The shortlist is stacking up at the Houston Rockets, with 13 top NBA talents on new head coach Ime Udoka's radar as free agency negotiations prepare to get under on June 30

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Rockets free agency rumors: Brook Lopez stock up, James Harden down

As the NBA’s free agency and trade rumors heat up, Milwaukee big man Brook Lopez looks to be a realistic #Rockets target. Elsewhere, KJ Martin appears tradable for the right deal.

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NBA draft grades: Rockets effusively praised after landing Amen Thompson, Cam Whitmore

With an impressive haul consisting of Amen Thompson and Cam Whitmore, the #Rockets and general manager Rafael Stone are earning high draft grades from NBA analysts.

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Ime Udoka, Rockets reportedly naming Tiago Splitter as assistant coach

Ime Udoka is expected to hire Brooklyn’s Tiago Splitter as a #Rockets assistant coach, as first reported by @KellyIko of The Athletic.

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Villanova Star Cam Whitmore Drastically Falls in NBA Draft

The former Villanova standout slid down draft boards Thursday night despite his billing as one of the top prospects in the 2023 class.

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Reaction: Rockets stunningly draft Cam Whitmore at No. 20 to pair with Amen Thompson

A few days ago, Cam Whitmore and Amen Thompson were said to be in close competition for the No. 4 pick. Somehow, Houston emerged with both on draft night. #Rockets

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NBA analysts react to Rockets drafting Amen Thompson at No. 4 overall

Unlike 2022, there was no late drama in the 2023 draft order. This time, the #Rockets got their man in Amen Thompson, and NBA analysts and fans widely praised the pick.

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Monday’s NBA draft-week rumors: Latest Rockets tidbits on June 19

The #Rockets could trade Thursday’s No. 20 selection for a future first-round draft pick, @NBADraftWass reports. Here’s our roundup of Monday’s draft-week rumors.

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Kyrie Irving race sees new contenders emerge with James Harden holding key

The Houston Rockets will look to land the services of Kyrie Irving if they are unable to convince James Harden to re-join the organization as a free agent this NBA offseason.

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Patrick Beverley could ditch Chicago Bulls for Houston Rockets

During a recent edition of his podcast, Patrick Beverley discussed the possibility of leaving the Chicago Bulls for the Houston Rockets.

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Sixers’ James Harden expected to reunite with Rockets in free agency, sources say

CHICAGO — The belief among NBA executives is that James Harden will rejoin the Houston Rockets this summer.

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On this day: Celtics win ’81 championship vs. Rockets; Braun signed

On this day, the Boston Celtics won their 14th championship, beating the Houston Rockets in Game 6 of the 1981 NBA Finals.

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Woj: Rockets still loom as serious suitor for James Harden in 2023 free agency

“The #Rockets loom as a real suitor [for James Harden] in free agency this summer,” ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski says. “For him, there are a lot of things that are attractive to Houston.”

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On this day: IT goes for 53, Coach Russell hangs first banner; beat 76ers in ’81 ECF

On this day in 2017, Isaiah Thomas hung 53 points on the Wizards on his late sister's birthday, and in 1968 Bill Russell won his first championship as a coach.

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Could the Houston Rockets end up poaching star Boston Celtics forward Jaylen Brown?

The Rockets have reportedly explored the idea of pursuing a Jaylen Brown trade.

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With NBA clearance, Rockets owner Tilman Fertitta comfortable with hiring Ime Udoka

“The NBA told me they felt very comfortable with Ime [Udoka] becoming coach of the Houston Rockets,” owner Tilman Fertitta said. “That made me feel really good.”

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Rockets coach Ime Udoka makes first unscripted comments on Boston scandal

For the first time since losing his job with the Celtics, new #Rockets coach Ime Udoka met with the media and briefly addressed his previous workplace scandal.

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PHOTOS – Atlanta at Boston, Game 5: Unserious Celtics collapse, lose 119-117

Let's take a look at some of the best plays captured in images from the Celtics' Game 5 at the Hawks in the first round of the '23 playoffs.

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Joe Mazzulla on Ime Udoka hiring in Houston: ‘I’m a product of second chances’

Joe Mazzulla spoke about Ime Udoka becoming the head coach of the Houston Rockets and explained why he values forgiveness and second chances in life.

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How former Boston Celtics head coach Ime Udoka will change the Houston Rockets

What sort of head coach are the Rockets getting? What details we have yet to hear might end up coming to light after the hire? How will Udoka be treated as he re-emerges into the public eye?

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Houston Rockets signing Ime Udoka as new head coach

The Houston Rockets are reportedly hiring Ime Udoka to serve as the team's next head coach.

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Report: Rockets expected to pursue Brooklyn’s Cam Johnson in 2023 free agency

“Several teams are expected to have interest in Cam Johnson as a restricted free agent, including the Houston Rockets,” NBA insider @MikeAScotto reports.

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