Fred VanVleet’s recovery update brings a measured dose of optimism to the Houston Rockets’ early season narrative. The veteran guard, tore his ACL during offseason workouts in The Bahamas, spoke with reporters for the first time this week, detailing a patient but determined approach to his rehabilitation. For a Rockets team still adjusting to life without its veteran point … [Read more...] about Rockets Leader Fred VanVleet Provides New ACL Injury Update
Why Rockets Must Shield Reed Sheppard From Early Criticism
When the Houston Rockets entered the 2025-26 season, their biggest question mark wasn’t about Kevin Durant’s fit or Alperen Sengun’s leap: it was Reed Sheppard. The young guard, thrust into a major role after Fred VanVleet sustained a season-ending injury, became both the symbol of hope and the target of scrutiny in Houston’s new era. Amid the criticism surrounding his early … [Read more...] about Why Rockets Must Shield Reed Sheppard From Early Criticism
7 Options For Rockets With Fred VanVleet’s $12.5 Million DPE
Amid a dissatisfying 1-2 start to the 2025-26 season, the talk around the Houston Rockets’ water cooler has centered around veteran point guard Fred VanVleet. Since being signed in 2023, he’s been one of the franchise’s most popular pieces. However, while looking to carry his momentum from the 2025 NBA Playoffs into the 2025-26 regular season, the 31-year-old suffered a … [Read more...] about 7 Options For Rockets With Fred VanVleet’s $12.5 Million DPE
Rockets Fans Taste Sweet Victory as Durant Faces Former Team
For the first time this season, there was reason to smile in Houston. After back-to-back heartbreaks against Oklahoma City and Detroit, the Rockets finally broke through on Monday night, and they did it in emphatic fashion. As Kevin Durant faced his former team, the Rockets dismantled the Nets, 137–109, earning their first victory of the 2025–26 NBA campaign. The game carried … [Read more...] about Rockets Fans Taste Sweet Victory as Durant Faces Former Team
An Encouraging Sign Amid Rockets’ 0-2 Start
It goes without saying that two games into the season is never the time to panic. That’s especially true for the Houston Rockets, who have dropped both games in a young campaign. Both contests came down to the agonizing razor wire, though. The opener versus the championship Oklahoma City Thunder probably even qualifies as a classic. Moreover, there is one specific sign Rockets … [Read more...] about An Encouraging Sign Amid Rockets’ 0-2 Start


