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The 5 worst contracts from 2023 NBA free agency, including Dillon Brooks’ bizarre deal with Rockets

Well, these NBA deals don't make a lot of sense.

USA Today Sports Media Group

La Velle E. Neal III: After time to reset, Dallas Keuchel starts comeback with Saints

MINNEAPOLIS — During the peak of his career, Dallas Keuchel was the Grandmaster of the Groundball. Then he was done in by the fortune changes of baseball life.

Tribune News Service

Rafael Stone, Ime Udoka offer perspective on Houston rookies Amen Thompson, Cam Whitmore

Rafael Stone on the reaction of #Rockets coaches to seeing Amen Thompson in person: “They were like, ‘Yeah, we haven’t seen anything like that.’ He really moves differently.”

USA Today Sports Media Group

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Why the James Harden trade saga might linger, depending on whose track record prevails

PHILADELPHIA — The actual fireworks arrived in Philly throughout July 4th weekend. But not the metaphorical ones that would set the NBA transaction cycle ablaze — at least when it comes to James Harden.

The Philadelphia Inquirer

Rockets announce five-game preseason schedule for October 2023

Headlined by home matchups versus Indiana and Miami, the #Rockets announced a five-game preseason schedule today. They also have a pair of road exhibitions at San Antonio.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Texans RB Devin Singletary says QB C.J. Stroud is a ‘bright young man’

Houston Texans running back Devin Singletary says the rookie quarterback, C.J. Stroud, is a sharp signal-caller.

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Rockies lose ninth consecutive road game after falling 4-1 at Houston

Move over June swoon. It’s time for a July to make Colorado fans cry.

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Report: Rockets surveying market for guard depth in 2023 free agency

Though they’ve used most of their financial resources, the #Rockets would still like to add more guard depth in 2023 free agency, @KellyIko reports.

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Jock Landale ready ‘to do the dirty work’ for Ime Udoka, Rockets

“I’ve found a role that really fits into a mold that any team needs,” new #Rockets center Jock Landale tells ESPN. “Playing between the gaps, doing all the dirty work; every team needs that.”

USA Today Sports Media Group

ESPN’s Richard Jefferson, Kendrick Perkins love Rockets’ 2023 offseason

“They will get into the play-in tournament,” ESPN’s @KendrickPerkins says of the new-look #Rockets. “This team needed culture, and they’ve got culture. This is a great starting point.”

USA Today Sports Media Group

Rockets move longtime assistant coach John Lucas into front office

After working for years as a #Rockets coach, John Lucas (@JLEnterprises) is transitioning to Houston’s front office as an assistant to general manager Rafael Stone.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Drake makes his feelings on Fred VanVleet's move to Houston Rockets crystal clear

Fred VanVleet signed a blockbuster contract with the Houston Rockets in free agency, leaving the Toronto Raptors an NBA champion - and rapper Drake left a parting shot on his Instagram

Daily Mirror

Did Rockets make recent trades expecting Brook Lopez to join?

Houston’s trade sending Usman Garuba and TyTy Washington to Atlanta may have been made with an expectation of landing Brook Lopez... who stayed in Milwaukee.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Why the Texans should consider extending RT Tytus Howard

The Houston Texans ought to ponder how locking up Tytus Howard would give them a stable presence at right tackle for years to come.

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Podcast: Reaction to Houston’s chaotic start in 2023 free agency

Sunday’s @TheLagerLine breaks down Houston’s 2023 free agency to date, including the Fred VanVleet and Dillon Brooks additions and a Brook Lopez rejection. #Rockets

USA Today Sports Media Group

Where Rockets’ roster stands after wild start to 2023 free agency

With numerous players on the way out and several new signings on the way in, here’s a roundup of where the #Rockets currently stand after a wild start to the NBA’s 2023 free agency window.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Rockets trade KJ Martin to Clippers for two second-round draft picks

On one of the most active transaction days in franchise history, the #Rockets traded KJ Martin to the Clippers for two future second-round draft picks.

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Rockets trade Josh Christopher to Memphis as roster turnover continues

Hours after the #Rockets traded Usman Garuba and TyTy Washington to Atlanta, Houston sent Josh Christopher to Memphis. It’s part of an enormous roster shuffle in the 2023 offseason.

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Fred VanVleet’s Rockets contract includes team option for third year

In contrast to initial reports, Fred VanVleet’s new contract with the #Rockets is only guaranteed for two seasons. Year three is a team option.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Rockets sign Jock Landale and trade for Patty Mills, who will be rerouted

After reaching deals with Fred VanVleet and Dillon Brooks, Houston’s busy free agency continued by trading for Patty Mills (who isn’t staying) and signing big man Jock Landale (who is staying).

USA Today Sports Media Group

NBA fans couldn’t believe Dillon Brooks landed a 4-year, $80 million contract with the Rockets

Dillon Brooks just landed a MASSIVE new deal with the Rockets. NBA fans couldn't believe it.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Takeaways: Rockets acquiring Dillon Brooks to bolster wing defense

The #Rockets are boosting their wing defense by acquiring Dillon Brooks, likely in a sign-and-trade with Memphis. His four-year contract with Houston will cost an average of $20 million, annually.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Reaction: Big man Brook Lopez spurns Rockets to re-sign with Bucks

The #Rockets got their free agency deal done with guard target Fred VanVleet, but they didn’t have the same luck with Milwaukee big man Brook Lopez, who is re-signing with the Bucks.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Searching for fantasy football value among Houston’s receivers

Are there any diamonds in the rough to be uncovered in Houston's WR corps?

Sports Illustrated

Fred VanVleet Lands Three-Year, $130 Million Deal With Rockets, per Report

The former Raptors guard is reportedly taking his talents to Houston next season.

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