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Report: After hiring Ime Udoka, Rockets decided against James Harden pursuit in free agency

Woj: “Once Ime Udoka came in as head coach, they started looking at the roster [and] what they wanted to do in free agency. I think Fred VanVleet has moved to the top of the list.” #Rockets

USA Today Sports Media Group · Jun 30, 2023

Podcast: Final thoughts entering 2023 Rockets free agency

Tonight’s @TheLagerLine explores all the considerations for #Rockets general manager Rafael Stone entering a crucial 2023 free agency period, which opens at 5:00 p.m. Central on Friday.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Jun 29, 2023

Rockets free agency rumors: Fred VanVleet, Dillon Brooks lead targets (June 27)

According to veteran NBA writer Marc Stein, the #Rockets could be prioritizing Fred VanVleet and Dillon Brooks ahead of James Harden. Here’s our look at the latest free agency rumors.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Jun 27, 2023

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.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Jun 23, 2023

‘Hyper-athletic’: Rockets enter rebuild’s next phase by doubling down on team philosophy

“We already were athletic, and we doubled down,” Rafael Stone said after the 2023 NBA draft. “It is never a bad thing to be a hyper-athletic team, and I think we will be just that.” #Rockets

USA Today Sports Media Group · Jun 23, 2023

‘Chip on my shoulder’: Rockets draft a highly motivated Cam Whitmore

“Where you get picked has zero determination on how successful you are,” Rafael Stone tells @BigSargeSportz of Cam Whitmore’s slide. Stone says the #Rockets have no concerns over his health.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Jun 23, 2023

Rockets GM Rafael Stone reacts to drafting Amen Thompson, Cam Whitmore

“Today was a really good day,” #Rockets GM Rafael Stone says after drafting Amen Thompson and Cam Whitmore. “We improved the potential of our team going forward.”

USA Today Sports Media Group · Jun 23, 2023

Cam Whitmore perplexed by draft slide, says he’s healthy and motivated for Rockets

New #Rockets draft pick Cam Whitmore doesn’t understand the medical concerns that potentially caused him to fall to No. 20. “I feel fine,” he says. “I have no idea.”

USA Today Sports Media Group · Jun 23, 2023

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

USA Today Sports Media Group · Jun 23, 2023

Thursday’s NBA draft-day rumors: Rockets expectations for June 22

Entering NBA draft night, there’s some late intrigue as to whether Amen Thompson or Brandon Miller will be the best prospect available at No. 4. Here’s our final #Rockets rumors roundup.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Jun 22, 2023