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With Alperen Sengun injured, Rockets promote Amen Thompson to starting lineup

With Alperen Sengun sidelined by injury, Houston’s initial starting five will consist of Jabari Smith Jr. sliding to center and Amen Thompson taking a forward spot.

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Rockets rookie Cam Whitmore to miss weeks with LCL sprain in right knee

Promising rookie Cam Whitmore sprained the LCL in his right knee, according to the Rockets, and could miss about three weeks of action.

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Road warriors? Jalen Green, Fred VanVleet lead Houston’s sudden resurgence

“He has stringed together a really good group of games,” Rockets coach Ime Udoka says of Jalen Green’s recent growth. “Not just offensively, but all around.”

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After close win, Clippers stars impressed by improving Rockets

Kawhi Leonard on the Rockets: “Very good and very confident. Ime [Udoka] is putting them in the right position to succeed, and they are just getting better and better.”

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Rising Rockets star Alperen Sengun sees ‘perfect coach’ in Ime Udoka

“Ime’s a perfect coach,” Alperen Sengun says of Ime Udoka and his job with the Rockets. “He’s the best coach I’ve ever had, probably.”

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‘Perfect formula’: Rockets blast Spurs behind physical defense, Alperen Sengun’s brilliance

“They put us in the mud, and we didn’t respond very well, and you got the outcome,” legendary Spurs coach Gregg Popovich said after losing in Houston.

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With latest surge, Jalen Green turns heads in Houston and beyond

“Jalen Green is going to be a superstar in this league,” a Suns executive said. “He reminds me a lot of Devin [Booker] and what he went through to start his career here.”

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Led by Ime Udoka, Rockets show physical, mental toughness in battles versus Suns

“It was good to see that fight and physicality,” Rockets coach Ime Udoka said after Saturday’s win in Phoenix. “It was obviously night and day from the last game.”

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‘He did it all’: Rockets thrilled by Jalen Green’s winning plays in Phoenix

“He made some really nice reads and found guys wide open,” Rockets coach Ime Udoka says of Jalen Green. “He’s playing great lately.”

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Tari Eason to undergo leg surgery, miss remainder of season for Rockets

Reports on Tari Eason: “There was a benign growth on his lower leg bone that Coach says was pre-existing, but flared up due to getting hit. Out for four months.”

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Rockets Rookie Amen Thompson Making Waves With Defensive Impact

Houston Rockets rookie Amen Thompson showcases defensive prowess and potential for growth in the NBA.

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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.

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Rockets continue finding spark from rookies Amen Thompson, Cam Whitmore

“I thought the young guys coming in changed the game with their defense,” Fred VanVleet says of Houston’s rookies. “They definitely gave us a big spark.”

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Houston Rockets Head Coach Ime Udoka Keeps Starting Lineup

Houston Rockets coach Udoka weighs lineup changes amidst player struggles and playoff hopes. Can they secure a strong finish?

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Takeaways: In loss to Pelicans, Rockets bullied inside by Zion Williamson, Jonas Valanciunas

Zion Williamson and Jonas Valanciunas combined for 47 points, 17 rebounds, and 13 assists on 64% shooting as New Orleans bullied Houston in Thursday’s blowout loss.

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As leg injury lingers, Rockets not ruling out possibility of Tari Eason being lost for season

Ime Udoka on injured Rockets forward Tari Eason: “During the ramp-up process, he started to feel some of the same pain, even with some significant time off.”

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Staying the course: As Rockets resume play, Fred VanVleet, Ime Udoka focused on internal growth

“The best version of this team we haven’t seen yet,” Fred VanVleet says of the Rockets. “That leaves opportunities for everybody.”

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After further review, Ime Udoka opts against changing Houston’s starting lineup

Entering the All-Star break, Ime Udoka had hinted at a potential change to Houston’s starting lineup. But he ultimately decided against it, at least for now.

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Fred VanVleet, Cam Whitmore rejoin Rockets; Tari Eason still sidelined

#Rockets regulars Fred VanVleet and Cam Whitmore are cleared to return from their injuries after the All-Star break, but Tari Eason remains sidelined.

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NBA Coaches Showcase Dunking Skills During Practice Sessions

NBA coaches like Jamahl Mosley and Willie Green showcase their dunking skills, fostering team camaraderie and team culture.

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Houston Rockets head coach Ime Udoka considers potential lineup changes

Houston Rockets head coach Ime Udoka considers lineup changes to boost team performance after recent struggles. Player analysis and potential replacements ...

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Ime Udoka hints at potential lineup, rotation changes for Rockets

Ime Udoka: “Maybe I have to look at the rotation and the lineup I have out there starting, and try to get five competitors out there at one time.”

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Amen Thompson electric, but Rockets continue road misery in Memphis

Rookie guard Amen Thompson (19 points, 12 rebounds, 53% FG) was outstanding, but Houston’s road misery continued versus lowly Memphis.

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Houston Rockets GM, Rafael Stone, addresses team's inactivity at trade deadline

Houston Rockets GM Rafael Stone explains the team's relative inactivity at the trade deadline and focus on internal improvements for the future.

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With second-half energy, Aaron Holiday rescues Rockets versus Knicks

“Jalen [Brunson] just ran into my chest, and they called a foul,” Aaron Holiday says of Monday’s frantic closing sequence for the Rockets.

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