Tatsuya Imai is the first NPB free agent the Houston Astros have ever signed, and it suggests they could pursue more in the future. … [Read more...] about Astros defied history with their successful pursuit of Tatsuya Imai
Houston Rockets dominate Utah Jazz for fifth straight road victory
Kevin Durant scored 25 points in his return from a two-game absence, leading the Houston Rockets to a 129-101 victory over the Utah Jazz on Sunday. Alpern Sengun had 27 points to help the Rockets win their fifth straight road victory. Steven Adams chipped in 13 points and 12 rebounds off the bench, and Amen Thompson had nine assists. Houston’s defensive pressure led to the … [Read more...] about Houston Rockets dominate Utah Jazz for fifth straight road victory
Injury Notes: Davis, Duren, Rockets, Warriors, Jazz
Mavericks big man Anthony Davis returned to action on Thursday vs. Philadelphia following a two-game absence due to a groin strain. Head coach Jason Kidd said the 10-time All-Star would immediately resume his normal workload, relays Grant Afseth of Dallas Hoops Journal. “We always want him to play, so we’re happy to have him back,” Kidd said. “We’ll see — 30 to 34 minutes. We … [Read more...] about Injury Notes: Davis, Duren, Rockets, Warriors, Jazz
Rockets Signing Tristen Newton To Two-Way Contract
Tristen Newton is joining the Rockets on a two-way contract, a league source tells Jake Fischer of The Stein Line (Twitter link). Tyler Smith will be waived to create an opening. Newton, a 24-year-old shooting guard, signed a two-way deal with Minnesota in September and was waived prior to the start of the season. He has been playing for the Iowa Wolves in the G League, where … [Read more...] about Rockets Signing Tristen Newton To Two-Way Contract
Texas A&M CB quietly enters transfer portal after a no-show freshman season
Texas A&M has lost one of their young cornerbacks in the transfer portal. … [Read more...] about Texas A&M CB quietly enters transfer portal after a no-show freshman season