Photo by Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE via Getty Images The Rockets snagged a shooter. It was announced last week (and again, I was on vacation this past week and am playing catch up) that the Houston Rockets signed forward Jack McVeigh, formerly of the Tasmania JackJumpers of the Australian NBL, to a two-way contract. The 6’8” forward averaged 17.3 points, 5.9 rebounds and 1 … [Read more...] about Rockets sign forward Jack McVeigh to two-way deal
Rockets broadcaster Gene Peterson was the voice of so many great memories
Melissa Phillip/Houston Chronicle via Getty Images Legendary Rockets broadcaster Gene Peterson dies at 83 Growing up in the ‘80s and ‘90s, being a lifelong Houstonian (like myself) and Houston Rockets fan, specific names resonate even 30 years later. Calvin Murphy, Rudy Tomjonavich, and, of course, Hakeem Olajuwon. Another name that always stands out for me and many oth … [Read more...] about Rockets broadcaster Gene Peterson was the voice of so many great memories
Reed Sheppard named to NBA 2K25 All-Summer League first team
Stephen R. Sylvanie-USA TODAY Sports Some accolades for Houston’s top pick. I’m a little slow on this news, as I’ve been on the road, but Reed Sheppard has certainly made an impression already, as it was announced Monday that he was named to the NBA 2K25 All-Summer League first team. Sheppard averaged 20 points, 4.8 rebounds, 5.3 assists, 2.7 steals and 1.3 blocks per g … [Read more...] about Reed Sheppard named to NBA 2K25 All-Summer League first team
How the newest Rockets will impact the team this upcoming season
Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports The Rockets off season addition will impact the team in different ways The Houston Rockets roster has undergone several iterations in the last few seasons since James Harden stated that the situation can't be fixed. Starting with the Kevin Porter Jr., Christian Wood, and Victor Oladipo era. Then, the Rockets started to bring in lottery … [Read more...] about How the newest Rockets will impact the team this upcoming season
Rockets wrap up NBA Summer League vs. Trail Blazers
Stephen R. Sylvanie-USA TODAY Sports Can the Rockets end the summer on a high note? Houston Rockets vs. Portland Trail Blazers Sunday, July 21, 2024 @ 8:00pm CST Location: Thomas and Mack Center - Las Vegas. Nevada TV: ESPN Radio: SportsTalk790 Online: Rockets App Here’s your Summer League game thread! … [Read more...] about Rockets wrap up NBA Summer League vs. Trail Blazers