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One Thought on All 30 NBA Teams Heading Into Training Camp

As training camp begins Tuesday, Sports Illustrated bounces around the NBA for observations on each team.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 29

Anonymous NBA Scout: What Will Change for Rockets After They Were ‘Way Too Reliant’ on Kevin Durant

The Rockets were ousted in the first round last season. Fred VanVleet’s return should lessen Houston’s reliance on Kevin Durant, an anonymous NBA scout told SI.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 18

Kevin Durant's 'Blockbuster Trade' Sparks Chaos as 3 NBA Rivals Plot Shocking Multi-Team Mega-Deal

The Houston Rockets face a pivotal moment after a disappointing season, with trade rumours surrounding Kevin Durant potentially reshaping the NBA landscape and impacting the team's future direction.

International Business Times UK · Aug 17

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Grading Every Notable Signing From the First 24 Hours of NBA Free Agency 2026

A look around NBA free agency at the most impactful moves over the first day of negotiations.

Sports Illustrated · Jul 2

Chris Mannix’s NBA Notes: What’s Next for Orlando After Magic Fire Jamahl Mosley

Plus, the Mavericks land a big name to lead their front office, what will the Rockets do this offseason and what to make of Joe Mazzulla’s late-season decisions.

Sports Illustrated · May 4

Rockets Offseason Preview: Could Kevin Durant Get a New Co-Star to Aid Title Push?

A look at an interesting offseason ahead for the Houston Rockets after their first-round exit at the hands of the Lakers.

Sports Illustrated · May 2

SI:AM | Kevin Durant Takes the Blame for Rockets’ Loss in His Debut

Houston fell to the Thunder in double overtime, and Durant said it was his fault.

Sports Illustrated · Oct 22, 2025

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Four Biggest Threats to Stop Thunder From Repeating As NBA Champions

Ahead of the 2025-26 NBA season, here are four of the biggest threats to dethrone the Oklahoma City Thunder as NBA champions.

Sports Illustrated · Oct 21, 2025

Kevin Durant Likely to Sign Extension With Rockets

NBA Insider Jake Fischer has reported that a deal between Kevin Durant and the Houston Rockets will likely get done soon.

The Sports Daily · Sep 27, 2025

Report: Fred VanVleet Suffers Torn ACL

Reports indicate that Houston Rockets point guard Fred VanVleet recently suffered a torn ACL in his right knee.

The Sports Daily · Sep 24, 2025

What Fred VanVleet’s Injury Means for the Rockets: Amen Thompson’s New Role

The key questions surrounding a season-ending ACL tear for Houston's starting point guard and whether it means the end of the Rockets' hopes at a championship run.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 23, 2025

Rockets Guard Fred VanVleet Suffers Possible Season-Ending Torn ACL

Houston likely lost their starting guard before the 2025-26 season tips off.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 22, 2025

Rockets, Fred VanVleet Agree to Two-Year Deal

The Houston Rockets have officially signed point guard, Fred VanVleet, to a new two-year contract for $50 million.

The Sports Daily · Jun 25, 2025

Rockets Make Decision on New Two-Year Contract for Fred VanVleet

The Rockets are re-signing one of their top players.

Sports Illustrated · Jun 25, 2025

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Sports Illustrated · Jun 23, 2025

Rockets, Fred VanVleet Expected to Agree on New Contract Ahead of Free Agency

The former NBA champion is set to remain in Houston alongside newly-acquired star Kevin Durant.

International Business Times UK · Jun 23, 2025

Kevin Durant Trade Update: How Houston Can Afford Kevin Durant Without Breaking the Rockets Core Lineup

Houston lands Kevin Durant without breaking their young core. Here's how savvy cap management and strategic planning made the blockbuster trade happen.

Sports Illustrated · Jun 22, 2025

What the Rockets' Starting Lineup Could Look Like After Kevin Durant Trade

KD is heading down south.

Operation Sports · May 29, 2025

The Top Free Agents to Target in Real Life—and NBA 2K

NBA free agency is broken, but here are the best free agents anyway

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Sports Illustrated · May 19, 2025

Bill Simmons Floats Bold Celtics Trade Idea That Would Send Jaylen Brown to Rockets

Bill Simmons floated a trade idea sending Jaylen Brown to the Rockets in order

Sports Illustrated · May 7, 2025

Rockets, Fred VanVleet Pushing Back Friday Deadline on Team Option for Next Season

It remains to be seen whether or not the veteran guard will be back in Houston next season.

Sports Illustrated · May 5, 2025

Draymond Green Has Confident Message After Golden State's Game 7 Statement

Green highlighted Warriors's organizational excellence.

Al Jazeera · May 3, 2025

Rockets, VanVleet beat Warriors in Game 6, force playoff decider

Fred VanVleet scored 29 points as the Houston Rockets produce stunning 115-107 victory over the Golden State Warriors.

Sports Illustrated · Apr 18, 2025

Amen Thompson Primed to Soar As Houston Launches NBA Title Chase

Not long ago, the Rockets were one of the worst teams in the league. But they drafted shrewdly and built a contender around young talent.

Sports Illustrated · Apr 1, 2025

LeBron James Drilled Wild One-Legged Three-Pointer to Beat Shot Clock vs. Rockets

At the end of the shot clock, find LeBron.

Sports Illustrated · Mar 13, 2025

Rockets’ Surprising Rise to Title Contender Isn’t a Fluke

Two years after a free fall, Houston has drafted well, brought in savvy vets and hired Ime Udoka to coach a top-six team in the West.

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