RARE PHOTOS: 39 - The Real Truth

‘Season of Giving’: How Rockets gave back to Houston over holidays

The Houston Rockets, along with select players and Kroger as the official sponsor, hosted a series of “Season of Giving” events in December.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Dec 24, 2023

Takeaways: Rockets stun Pelicans behind Alperen Sengun’s career game

With a career-high 37 points, 11 rebounds, and 6 assists, Alperen Sengun led the underdog Rockets to an impressive win on Saturday night in New Orleans.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Dec 24, 2023

Upon rejoining Rockets, rookie Cam Whitmore makes immediate impact

“My focus is always, keep the main goal the main goal,” Cam Whitmore says of his approach. “I’m just thinking about the future, don’t think about the present.”

USA Today Sports Media Group · Dec 23, 2023

Mavericks at Rockets, Dec. 22: Lineups, how to watch, injury reports, uniforms

After three straight losses, Fred VanVleet and the Rockets hope to regain their footing when they face a Dallas squad that will be missing Luka Doncic.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Dec 22, 2023

As minutes rise, Fred VanVleet boosts production to elite levels for Rockets

In his last two games, Fred VanVleet is averaging 29.5 points, 16.0 assists, and only 2.0 turnovers for the Rockets. He’s shooting 48.7% overall and 46.7% on 3-pointers.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Dec 21, 2023

Rockets coach Ime Udoka appears frustrated by Alperen Sengun’s defense

“Whether it’s big or small, we want our bigs to be up and stay beneath the rollers,” said Rockets coach Ime Udoka. “Not the best pick and roll defense.”

USA Today Sports Media Group · Dec 21, 2023

Takeaways: Jabari Smith Jr. posts career night as Hawks edge Rockets

Jabari Smith Jr. (34 points, 13 rebounds, 4 blocks) and Fred VanVleet (32 points, 15 assists) were electric, but it wasn’t quite enough to beat Atlanta.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Dec 21, 2023

As career grows, Jabari Smith Jr. embraces big family of Houston

“Through the ups and downs, the city has always shown me love,” Rockets forward Jabari Smith Jr. says. “This city is like a big family, and I love that.”

USA Today Sports Media Group · Dec 20, 2023

Hawks at Rockets, Dec. 20: Lineups, how to watch, injury reports, uniforms

Alperen Sengun and the Rockets are hoping to win their 12th consecutive home game in a matchup versus Clint Capela and the Hawks on Wednesday night.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Dec 20, 2023

Should the Boston Celtics ask after the trade availability of Houston Rockets forward Jae’Sean Tate?

Boston is one of several clubs that ought to consider it per The Athletic, along with the Denver Nuggets, Milwaukee Bucks, and Miami Heat.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Dec 19, 2023