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Takeaways: Jabari Smith Jr. leads Rockets in short-handed loss to Victor Wembanyama’s Spurs

Jabari Smith Jr. led the short-handed #Rockets with 20 points (50% FG) in 24 minutes, but Houston still suffered its first preseason loss on Wednesday in San Antonio.

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As Houston veteran, Jae’Sean Tate sees hungrier team in 2023-24

“I think the rebuild is over,” Jae’Sean Tate says. “This is a whole new team, a new era of #Rockets basketball. I think hunger is the right word, to prove ourselves right.”

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In 2023 offseason, Rockets forward Jae’Sean Tate focused on shooting

“It’s always coming back to shooting, but also just being comfortable and being confident and taking the shots,” Jae’Sean Tate tells @KellyIko of his offseason work. #Rockets

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Reaction: Jabari Smith Jr. delivers epic buzzer-beater in Houston’s summer opener

Jabari Smith Jr. led the #Rockets with 33 points and an epic buzzer-beater as Houston won Friday’s summer-league opener. Here’s a look back at how it happened.

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Rockets gain tradable salary for future with uniquely structured Jock Landale, Jeff Green contracts

With no guaranteed money owed after next season, the uniquely structured multi-year contracts given to Jock Landale and Jeff Green could help the #Rockets in future trades.

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Report: Ime Udoka views Jae’Sean Tate as important piece for Rockets

Jae’Sean Tate is believed to be an important piece of Ime Udoka’s #Rockets puzzle and has been among the early defensive standouts this summer, @KellyIko reports.

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Where Rockets’ roster stands after wild start to 2023 free agency

With numerous players on the way out and several new signings on the way in, here’s a roundup of where the #Rockets currently stand after a wild start to the NBA’s 2023 free agency window.

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Chris Haynes: Rockets have edge in Kyle Kuzma’s free agency market, may seek Kyrie Irving meeting

Once free agency opens Friday, the #Rockets could have an edge in the Kyle Kuzma market while also pursuing a meeting with Kyrie Irving, according to Chris Haynes of Bleacher Report.

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With cap space at premium, Rockets may be exploring options to trade away veterans

If Houston wants even more salary cap space in 2023, it could potentially lead to the departure of a #Rockets veteran such as Kevin Porter Jr., Jae’Sean Tate, or KJ Martin.

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Jabari Smith Jr., Tari Eason reflect on NBA All-Rookie seasons in Houston

“Just looking back at the ups and downs and where I am now, I feel like I am a totally different player than I was back in October,” Jabari Smith Jr. says of his rookie season. #Rockets

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Rockets rookie Jabari Smith Jr. enjoys ‘special moment’ of game winner

“I felt like I was in a video game,” #Rockets rookie Jabari Smith Jr. says. “It was crazy. It was like I didn’t see anybody else. The gym went blank; it was just me and him.”

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Rockets at Pacers: Thursday’s lineups, injury reports, broadcast and stream info

The absence of Kevin Porter Jr. (left thigh contusion) could provide more opportunities for Jae’Sean Tate when the #Rockets visit Indiana on Thursday night.

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Jae’Sean Tate still on injury maintenance plan for Rockets

With two separate back-to-backs coming up this week, Jae’Sean Tate (right ankle) still appears to be on an injury maintenance plan. #Rockets

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Jalen Green returns to Rockets’ lineup, Kevin Porter Jr. close

The #Rockets play at home Tuesday for the first time in nearly three weeks, and they’ll have at least one of their two recently injured guards back in the lineup.

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Nuggets at Rockets: Tuesday’s lineups, injury reports, broadcast and stream info

As the #Rockets finally return home, key reinforcements are on the way. Jalen Green (left groin strain) is back in the lineup, while Kevin Porter Jr. (left foot contusion) is questionable.

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TyTy Washington, Josh Christopher have opportunity with short-handed Rockets

Stephen Silas on Josh Christopher and TyTy Washington: “We need the ball handling and scoring, for sure. My response to them is always, ‘Stay ready; your time is coming.’” #Rockets

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PHOTOS: Best images from the Thunder’s 133-96 win over the Rockets

The best photos from the Thunder's 133-96 win over the Rockets on Wednesday.

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Celtics reportedly interested in dealing for Houston Rockets’ Jae’sean Tate

The team is not "looking to trade the 27-year-old forward who is internally regarded as one of the most important pieces of this youthful roster" barring a "'can’t-turn-down' type offer"

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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 blowout loss to Thunder, TyTy Washington scores career-high 20 points

The #Rockets were uncompetitive from the outset at Oklahoma City, but rookie TyTy Washington scored a career-high 20 points on 9-of-16 shooting (56.3%).

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Rockets at Thunder: Saturday’s lineups, injury reports, broadcast and stream info

The #Rockets have beaten Oklahoma City in five of their last six meetings. With Jalen Green potentially returning to the lineup, can they do it again on Saturday night?

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Raptors at Rockets: Friday’s lineups, injury reports, broadcast and stream info

With two consecutive wins and three in five games, Eric Gordon and the #Rockets are looking to keep their momentum going when they host Toronto on Friday night.

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Moving forward: Short-handed Rockets defeat Pistons behind KJ Martin, Tari Eason

“All I needed was time and opportunity to showcase what I could do,” Tari Eason said. “Tonight showed that a lot of guys in here are going to keep fighting.” #Rockets

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Report: Celtics seen as unlikely to deal for San Antonio Spurs big man Jakob Poeltl

The Boston Celtics are not seen as likely to trade for San Antonio Spurs big man Jakob Poeltl.

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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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