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Rafael Stone, Stephen Silas prioritizing development over wins in 2022-23

Rafael Stone on developing the younger Rockets: “You don’t want to stunt their growth by trying to steal a win here or there. Philosophically, we’re very cognizant of that.”

USA Today Sports Media Group · Jun 24, 2022

Mahmoud Abdelfattah, Lionel Hollins gaining momentum in Houston’s assistant coaching search

G League head coach Mahmoud Abdelfattah and former NBA head coach Lionel Hollins are gaining momentum in Houston’s assistant coaching search, per Kelly Iko of The Athletic.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Jun 21, 2022

Duke’s Paolo Banchero sees blessing in potential Rockets draft selection

Paolo Banchero to @BigSargeSportz on potentially joining forces with Jalen Green and Kevin Porter Jr. in Houston: “Those are two extremely skilled, extremely talented players.”

USA Today Sports Media Group · Jun 18, 2022

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Rockets reportedly looking for strong defensive coach as assistant

“I think they’re going to definitely try and add a guy who has some defensive coaching chops,” Houston Chronicle beat writer Jonathan Feigen says of the Rockets’ assistant search.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Jun 14, 2022

How can Houston create more minutes for Usman Garuba?

More minutes in 2022-23 could help with Usman Garuba’s development, but the Rockets might need to trade a frontcourt player this offseason to allow for that to happen.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Jun 13, 2022

Should Houston inquire about Suns center (and looming free agent) Deandre Ayton?

Probable free agent Deandre Ayton played a huge role in elevating the Phoenix Suns to a strong defense. Could the 23-year-old center do the same for a young Rockets team?

USA Today Sports Media Group · Jun 2, 2022

Why Houston should close its chapter with Christian Wood

With only one season left on his contract and potentially another frontcourt piece arriving via the No. 3 overall draft pick, is now the time for the Rockets to move on from Christian Wood?

USA Today Sports Media Group · Jun 1, 2022

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Stephen Silas wants expanded playbook, better defense in 2022-23

Stephen Silas tells Kelly Iko that he plans to add more layers to his playbook for the 2022-23 season. “Last year, we were basic,” said Silas, pointing to Houston’s young roster.

USA Today Sports Media Group · May 29, 2022

DeSagana Diop reportedly set to leave Rockets’ coaching staff

According to veteran NBA scribe Marc Stein, DeSagana Diop will become Stephen Silas’ third assistant coach to not return in 2022-23, joining Jeff Hornacek and Will Weaver.

USA Today Sports Media Group · May 26, 2022

Report: Melvin Hunt emerges as assistant coaching candidate for Rockets

Longtime NBA assistant coach Melvin Hunt is reportedly a candidate to join Stephen Silas’ coaching staff in Houston, per Kelly Iko of The Athletic.

USA Today Sports Media Group · May 24, 2022

G League’s Mahmoud Abdelfattah emerging as strong assistant coaching candidate for Rockets

Mahmoud Abdelfattah, who coached Houston’s G League affiliate to the 2021-22 title, is reportedly a strong candidate to join the Rockets as an assistant to head coach Stephen Silas.

USA Today Sports Media Group · May 22, 2022

‘Sky is the limit’: Rafael Stone, Stephen Silas celebrate Jalen Green for All-Rookie First Team

In a new video from the Rockets celebrating Jalen Green’s All-Rookie First Team honor, general manager Rafael Stone and head coach Stephen Silas explain what’s so special about him.

USA Today Sports Media Group · May 19, 2022

Behind the Scenes of the 2022 NBA Draft Lottery

For nearly four decades the lottery has been a big night on the NBA calendar. Here is how it all went down last night.

Sports Illustrated · May 18, 2022

Jeff Hornacek, Will Weaver not returning to Rockets coaching staff

With assistant coaches Jeff Hornacek and Will Weaver not returning to Houston, G League head coach Mahmoud Abdelfattah could emerge as a candidate for the Rockets.

USA Today Sports Media Group · May 17, 2022

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USA Today Sports Media Group · May 13, 2022

Stephen Silas proud of Rockets for early 2022-23 workouts in Houston

Stephen Silas says most of the Rockets are already together in Houston and working out to prepare for next season: “It speaks to their commitment and what type of guys they are.”

USA Today Sports Media Group · May 5, 2022

Tilman Fertitta: Rockets expect to make ‘big move’ by 2023-24 season

“We expect to win more ballgames this coming season, and we expect to make a big move (the) next year,” Rockets owner Tilman Fertitta tells the Houston Chronicle.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Apr 12, 2022

Jalen Green reflects on first season in Houston, sees team growth

Jalen Green on the Rockets and his first NBA season: “I think we got a lot better. You’ve seen where our heart was at, and how we approached every game these last seven or eight games.”

USA Today Sports Media Group · Apr 12, 2022

Stephen Silas expected to return as Rockets head coach in 2022-23

Stephen Silas is expected to return as Rockets head coach for the 2022-23 season, general manager Rafael Stone said Monday. In later comments, Silas said his team’s playbook will expand.

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USA Today Sports Media Group · Apr 11, 2022

Live blog: Updates from 2022 Houston Rockets exit interviews

General manager Rafael Stone, head coach Stephen Silas, and select Rockets players are meeting with the media today at Toyota Center to wrap up the 2021-22 season.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Apr 11, 2022

Stephen Silas proud of growth by young Rockets, wants them to remember this feeling

In poignant comments after Sunday’s season finale, Rockets coach Stephen Silas said he was proud of the growth shown by his young team during the 2021-22 season.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Apr 10, 2022

Stephen Silas makes his case for Jalen Green earning rookie honors

On Houston’s final day of the 2021-22 season, Rockets coach Stephen Silas made his case for Jalen Green earning a spot on the NBA’s All-Rookie First Team.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Apr 9, 2022

With strong finish to season, Kevin Porter Jr. makes his case for future with Rockets

In his last six games, Rockets guard Kevin Porter Jr. is averaging 29.2 points, 7.7 assists, 7.2 rebounds, and 1.7 steals in 37.9 minutes. He’s shooting 49.2% overall and 38.5% on 3-pointers.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Apr 7, 2022

John Wall to opt in (as expected)

Michael Scotto: As expected, John Wall is going to exercise his $47.4 million player option for next season, I'm told. After that, the Rockets will have time to look for a trade to move Wall. If Houston can't find a trade partner for Wall, his ...

USA Today Sports Media Group · Apr 6, 2022

Rockets coach Stephen Silas open to Dennis Schroder return in 2022-23

In postgame comments, Rockets coach Stephen Silas indicated that he would welcome a reunion next season with veteran guard (and pending free agent) Dennis Schroder.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Apr 5, 2022

Stephen Silas excited for young Rockets to learn versus Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving

Stephen Silas expects his young Rockets to learn after playing the Nets: “Playing against two of the best players who have ever laced them up, it's important for our group to feel that.”

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