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2022 NBA Draft: Best Rookie Landing Spots

Jabari Smith in Houston and Chet Holmgren in Oklahoma City lead the list of players who will likely fit in perfectly with their new teams.

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Houston trades back from No. 26 to No. 29, drafts TyTy Washington Jr.

Houston traded back three slots from No. 26 to No. 29 in the first round. The wheeling and dealing resulted in Kentucky guard TyTy Washington Jr. and two future second-round picks.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Jabari Smith happy to be where he’s wanted in Houston

Jabari Smith on joining the Rockets: “I know if I come in every day trying to win, everything else will take care of itself. I am looking forward to a big year.”

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Aaron Judge's walk-off single completes Yanks' comeback win over Astros

NEW YORK — Jose Altuve stepped into the batter’s box, ready to lead off the game. Chants and very loud boos spilled from the stands at Yankee Stadium. But the boos quickly turned to cheers after Jameson Taillon drilled the seven-time All-Star in the elbow guard with his third pitch.

Newsday

Houston bolsters defense, selects LSU forward Tari Eason at No. 17

The Rockets had the NBA’s worst defense last season, and they addressed that deficiency by drafting versatile LSU forward Tari Eason at No. 17 overall on Thursday.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Pick grades, reaction: Rockets draft Auburn’s Jabari Smith at No. 3

In a draft night stunner, Jabari Smith is now with the Rockets. Here’s our look at key takeaways from his selection, as well as reaction to the pick by NBA draft media and fans.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Rockets Take Auburn’s Jabari Smith With No. 3 Pick in Draft

The Tigers star has found a new home in Houston.

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Sixers trying to acquire Eric Gordon

Keith Pompey: The #Sixers are trying to acquire Eric Gordon and using Matisse Thybulle as an asset, even attempting to get a third team to participate, according to multiple league sources. The Portland Trail Blazers are willing to make a ...

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Patrick Fertitta praises Rafael Stone, Eli Witus for Harden trade decision

Per ESPN, Patrick Fertitta credits Rafael Stone and Eli Witus for “making the hard and, at the time, very unpopular decision” to prioritize draft capital in the Harden trade.

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Report: Rockets increasingly firm in drafting Paolo Banchero at No. 3

Duke forward Paolo Banchero is increasingly likely to be drafted tonight by the Rockets at No. 3 overall, per ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski.

USA Today Sports Media Group

2022 NBA Mock Draft: Jabari Smith to Magic, Chet Holmgren to Thunder

Orlando appears ready to select Jabari Smith Jr. at No. 1 and more projections on draft day.

Sports Illustrated

Paolo Banchero emerges late as betting favorite for No. 1 pick

In the early morning hours prior to the 2022 NBA draft, Duke’s Paolo Banchero stunningly emerged as a betting favorite to be picked at No. 1. Here’s what it might mean for the Rockets.

USA Today Sports Media Group

2022 NBA draft: Live stream, how to watch, TV channel, start time

Here’s how to watch, along with what to watch for from a Rockets perspective, when the 2022 NBA draft tips off on Thursday night.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Sources: Sixers pursuing P.J. Tucker; Matisse Thybulle and No. 23 pick being shopped to create cap space

PHILADELPHIA — Is Daryl Morey bringing the Houston Rockets East to Philly?

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‘Aggressive’ Rockets GM Rafael Stone finds support from Tilman Fertitta

Rafael Stone on Houston’s pre-draft approach: “That’s probably the biggest commonality that Tilman and I bring. We’re aggressive people. We’re going to call everybody 5,000 times.”

Tribune News Service

No. 1 to No. 30: Every first round selection in our NBA mock draft

The NBA draft gets underway on Thursday night and the one of the biggest questions for hoops fans is: Where will Chet Holmgren land?

USA Today Sports Media Group

SMU Mustangs Preview 2022: Season Prediction, Breakdown, Key Games, Players

SMU College Football Preview 2022: Team breakdown, season prediction, keys to the campaign, and what you need to know

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Suns, 76ers interested in Eric Gordon

During an appearance on ESPN this Tuesday, Brian Windhorst touched on a number of notable rumors heading into the draft. We'll focus on a pair of players Daryl Morey is intimately familiar with from his time in Houston, Eric Gordon and P.J. Tucker: ...

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Suns, 76ers reportedly showing trade interest in Rockets veteran Eric Gordon

ESPN’s Brian Windhorst says the 76ers and Suns are two interested trade suitors for veteran Rockets guard Eric Gordon. Talks appear to be ongoing.

Sports Illustrated

Report: John Wall Exercising Player Option for 2022–23 Season

He’ll reportedly make $47.4 million next season.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Report: Resolution between Rockets, John Wall expected in near future

Rockets guard John Wall officially opted in for the final year of his existing contract, and a resolution on his future is expected soon, according to Shams Charania of The Athletic.

USA Today Sports Media Group

John Wall opts in for the 2022-23 season

Shams Charania: Houston Rockets' John Wall's agent, Klutch Sports CEO Rich Paul, has informed the organization that the guard exercised his $47.4 million player option for the 2022-23 season, sources tell @TheAthletic @Stadium. Source: Twitter ...

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Tilman Fertitta stresses longer-term perspective, draft emphasis with Rockets rebuild

With Houston clearly aggressive in trade talks leading up to the 2022 NBA draft, Rockets owner Tilman Fertitta made it clear Tuesday that longer-term perspective is most important.

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Rockets GM Rafael Stone vows to be aggressive as 2022 NBA draft nears

In his final pre-draft media availability, Rockets general manager Rafael Stone took questions on Houston’s draft-day options and beyond. Here’s a look at his most noteworthy responses.

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Mahmoud Abdelfattah, Lionel Hollins gaining momentum in Houston’s assistant coaching search

G League head coach Mahmoud Abdelfattah and former NBA head coach Lionel Hollins are gaining momentum in Houston’s assistant coaching search, per Kelly Iko of The Athletic.

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