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Takeaways: Jabari Smith Jr. excels, but Chet Holmgren rallies Thunder past Rockets

In a battle of top 2022 draft picks, Jabari Smith Jr. had another 20-15 game, but Chet Holmgren scored 19 points in the fourth quarter and rallied the Thunder to a win.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Feb 26, 2024

Takeaways: Jabari Smith Jr., Amen Thompson show grit as Rockets rally past Suns

One night after struggling massively in the paint, Jabari Smith Jr. (22 points, 16 rebounds) and the Rockets flipped the script in Friday’s gritty win over Phoenix.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Feb 24, 2024

2024 NBA trade deadline: Feb. 7 Houston Rockets rumor updates

We’re now in the final hours until the NBA’s in-season trade deadline on Thursday afternoon. Will Rafael Stone and the Rockets make any more moves?

USA Today Sports Media Group · Feb 7, 2024

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Rookies Amen Thompson, Cam Whitmore set career highs as Rockets blast Raptors

Rockets rookies Amen Thompson (19 points, 7 rebounds) and Cam Whitmore (25 points, 6 rebounds) each set career-highs Friday as Houston routed Toronto.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Feb 3, 2024

Reaction: Cam Whitmore leads frantic rally as Rockets fall just short in Brooklyn

Rookie guard Cam Whitmore (19 points, 9 rebounds) led Houston’s frantic comeback bid in the fourth quarter, but the Nets had just enough of a cushion to survive.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Jan 28, 2024

Interview: Alperen Sengun on his growth and the 2023-24 Rockets

In a newly released interview with ESPN’s JJ Redick, Rockets center Alperen Sengun breaks down his impressive 2023-24 season at a personal and team level.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Jan 26, 2024

Bleacher Report ranks key Rockets among NBA’s top under-22 players

Bleacher Report’s latest ranking of the NBA’s best under-22 prospects includes both Alperen Sengun and Jabari Smith Jr. in the top six. #Rockets

USA Today Sports Media Group · Jan 5, 2024

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Report: Rockets could target backup center by February trade deadline

“Houston could look to make an upgrade in their frontcourt behind Alperen Şengun,” Yahoo’s @JakeLFischer says of a potential #Rockets trade.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Dec 23, 2023

Ime Udoka rips Rockets after Anthony Davis, Lakers extend Houston’s winless road record

The Rockets (8-9) are now 0-8 away from home this season after Saturday’s loss to Anthony Davis and the Lakers. In postgame comments, Ime Udoka was clearly upset.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Dec 3, 2023

Key takeaways from new Alperen Sengun podcast with Paul George

On “Podcast P with Paul George,” Alperen Sengun opened up regarding his first three NBA seasons in Houston and the positive impact of Ime Udoka and Dillon Brooks.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Nov 27, 2023

NBA Power Rankings: Red-Hot Bucks, Timberwolves Are on the Rise

Damian Lillard’s impact in Milwaukee is telling while Anthony Edwards is on a blistering pace in Minnesota. But where do their teams rank this week?

Sports Illustrated · Nov 21, 2023

Takeaways: In close loss to Warriors, Rockets finish with Aaron Holiday over Jalen Green

Houston (6-6) has lost three straight after a 121-116 loss at Golden State. Alperen Sengun had another monster game with 30 points (56.5% FG) and 13 rebounds.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Nov 21, 2023

Rockets celebrate fifth straight win as Fred VanVleet takes over late versus Pelicans

Despite trailing for most of the second half, the #Rockets won their fifth straight game after an electric 8-0 burst in the final 80 seconds by Fred VanVleet.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Nov 11, 2023

Four NBA Players Already in the Running for Most Improved

Just over a week into the season, players like the Hawks’ Jalen Johnson are proving their worth.

Sports Illustrated · Nov 2, 2023

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USA Today Sports Media Group · Oct 4, 2023

Day 2 Rockets practice updates: Training camp continues in Louisiana

Ime Udoka, Fred VanVleet, and Alperen Sengun met with reporters Wednesday after the second day of #Rockets training camp. Here’s what we saw and learned.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Sep 1, 2023

Where Bleacher Report ranks Rockets players in 2023-24 season

Fred VanVleet, Jalen Green, Jabari Smith Jr., and Alperen Sengun are among the #Rockets represented in Bleacher Report’s 2023-24 NBA player rankings.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Aug 12, 2023

Alperen Sengun excels in limited FIBA minutes as Turkey crushes Iceland

Young #Rockets big man Alperen Sengun had 10 points, 7 rebounds, and a block in only 15 minutes Saturday, helping Turkey crush Iceland in FIBA play. Here’s our look at his top moments.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Jul 13, 2023

Interview: Entering third season with Rockets, Alperen Sengun sets clear priorities

Now standing 6-foot-11 without shoes, young #Rockets center Alperen Sengun tells @BradeauxAndWill that defense and 3-point shooting are clear focal points entering the 2023-24 season.

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USA Today Sports Media Group · Mar 2, 2023

Takeaways: Desmond Bane shoots Grizzlies past Jalen Green, Rockets

In his second game back from injury, Jalen Green scored 20 points in 29 minutes while hitting 4-of-7 from 3-point range (57.1%). It still wasn't nearly enough to beat Memphis. #Rockets

USA Today Sports Media Group · Feb 25, 2023

Takeaways: Klay Thompson shows peak form as Warriors blast Rockets

With 42 points on 12-of-17 shooting from 3-point range, Klay Thompson showed what he can still do as the Warriors routed Houston, 116-101. KJ Martin led the #Rockets with 22 points.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Jan 31, 2023

Kevin Durant appreciates talent of young Rockets center Alperen Sengun

“I was going to give some love to Alperen Sengun,” perennial NBA All-Star and future Hall of Famer Kevin Durant said on a recent live stream. “He’s nice. I like him.”

USA Today Sports Media Group · Jan 22, 2023

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.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Dec 15, 2022

Pacers center Myles Turner loves watching Houston’s Alperen Sengun

“I like the way he plays, and I like the way he carries himself,” Indiana’s Myles Turner tells @ScoopB regarding second-year #Rockets center Alperen Sengun. “His court vision is crazy.”

USA Today Sports Media Group · Dec 1, 2022

‘Very difficult’: Rockets look to adapt, learn from blowouts in Denver

#Rockets head coach Stephen Silas on losing twice in Denver: “It is very difficult, especially against a good veteran team that has been together for a long time.”

Sports Illustrated · Jul 14, 2022

Assessing Jabari Smith Jr.’s Arrival at NBA Summer League

Houston's rookie could make an instant impact after being drafted with the No. 3 pick.

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