The Houston Rockets extended their strong start to the season with a dominant 129–101 win over the Utah Jazz, and the night delivered two clear storylines. Kevin Durant returned after a two-game absence and gave one of his most efficient showings of the month, while rookie Reed Sheppard kept his spot in the starting lineup and backed it up with another steady … [Read more...] about Reed Sheppard Earns Starting Spot in Durant’s Triumphant Return
Is The Houston Rockets’ Bizarre 2025-26 Schedule A Trap?
The Houston Rockets will finally begin their first back-to-back of the 2025-26 NBA season on Sunday afternoon. It’s not the only quirk of Houston’s schedule so far, either. Every other team in the league has played at least 18 games. More than half are already at 20. Houston has played only 16. So is Houston’s 12-4 record some kind of illusion? Is The Houston Rockets’ Bizarre … [Read more...] about Is The Houston Rockets’ Bizarre 2025-26 Schedule A Trap?
Houston Rockets’ Defense And The NBA’s Rising Foul Rate
Houston Rockets fans have much to be thankful for so far this season. Even with the addition of immaculate scoring talent Kevin Durant, few had them pegged as the number-two offensive rating in the league. Yet it’s on defense where the Rockets truly hang their hats. It’s no surprise, then, that with a defensive revolution happening in the NBA, the Rockets are fast in the scrum … [Read more...] about Houston Rockets’ Defense And The NBA’s Rising Foul Rate
What Does Stephen Curry’s Latest Injury Mean For The Warriors And How Long Will He Be Out?
The Golden State Warriors have suffered another injury with Stephen Curry limping off the court with 35 seconds left in their 104-100 loss to the Houston Rockets last night. According to ESPN’s Anthony Slater this morning, Curry has been diagnosed with a right quad contusion. How Do The Warriors Replace Stephen Curry During the Latest Injury Golden State dominated the first … [Read more...] about What Does Stephen Curry’s Latest Injury Mean For The Warriors And How Long Will He Be Out?
Rockets’ Sheppard Almost Carries With Career Night
The NBA Cup superstar clash between Denver’s Nikola Jokic and Houston’s Alperen Sengun didn’t go as Rockets fans would have hoped. The Nuggets won the NBA Cup showdown on Friday night, 112-109. With only one more group stage Cup game still to play, the Rockets’ chances of progressing now look slim. There was one positive takeaway from the game for Rockets fans, though: the Reed … [Read more...] about Rockets’ Sheppard Almost Carries With Career Night