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Jalen Green working out in Houston, focused on next step for Rockets

“The playoffs are going on, and seeing everyone play is kind of annoying... because you want to be out there,” said Jalen Green, who is currently working out in Houston with his teammates.

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Rockets GM Rafael Stone earns third-place NBA Executive of the Year votes

With Houston’s rebuilding plan showing signs of progress, Rockets general manager Rafael Stone picked up multiple third-place votes for NBA Executive of the Year in the 2021-22 season.

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2022 NBA draft prospects who have interviewed or worked out with Rockets

This list, which is being continuously updated, includes all reports to date of 2022 NBA draft prospects who have interviewed or worked out with the Houston Rockets.

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Rockets rookie Usman Garuba studying Draymond Green’s game

Rockets rookie Usman Garuba: “I like to watch Draymond Green a lot. There are tons of clips of him on my iPad. I learn a lot from him. He makes everything easier for the Warriors.”

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Rockets rookie Jalen Green bought his mom a new car for Mother’s Day

Jalen Green: “My mom always went the extra mile, driving me to and from basketball practice and tournaments, sometimes sleeping in the car while I played. I wanted to thank her.”

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Study: Rockets at No. 6 in NBA in newly released fan cost index

The Knicks, Warriors, Lakers, Celtics, and Bulls were the only NBA teams in front of Houston in a newly released study of fan costs. Market size appears to be the primary factor.

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ESPN draft guru makes case for Chet Holmgren as ideal Rockets fit

If the Rockets are lucky enough to win the NBA’s No. 1 overall pick in 2022, here’s why ESPN draft guru Jonathan Givony sees Chet Holmgren as the best fit in Houston.

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Tilman Fertitta: Rockets expect to make ‘big move’ by 2023-24 season

“We expect to win more ballgames this coming season, and we expect to make a big move (the) next year,” Rockets owner Tilman Fertitta tells the Houston Chronicle.

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Where did the Houston Rockets rank statistically in the 2021-22 regular season?

The Rockets had the NBA’s worst record (20-62) this season, but they were better than that in some of the key statistical metrics. Here’s our look back at their cumulative rankings as a team.

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Why the Phoenix Suns can be forgiven for drafting DeAndre Ayton over Luka Doncic

The Dallas Mavericks’ playoff series with the Phoenix Suns shows there is such a thing as the correct mistake, because the Suns benefited from such an error in 2018.

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Alperen Sengun, Usman Garuba plan to play in EuroBasket 2022 in September

Assuming health, Rockets prospects Alperen Sengun (Turkey) and Usman Garuba (Spain) are set to play in EuroBasket 2022 in September. NBA training camps will open later that month.

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Key dates, deadlines for Houston Rockets in NBA’s 2022 offseason

The week of May 16 will be significant to the Rockets, since it includes both the NBA draft combine and the 2021 draft lottery. Here’s our look at key dates throughout the 2022 offseason.

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Rockets pretend to be Elon Musk to ensure No. 1 pick in 2022 NBA draft

Fake Elon Musk, from the team’s official Twitter account: “After I buy Twitter, I’m going to make it illegal for the Houston Rockets not to get the first pick in the 2022 NBA Draft.”

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Report: Pacers previously expressed interest in acquiring Rockets guard John Wall

Prior to trading for Tyrese Haliburton in February, the Pacers expressed interest in acquiring veteran point guard John Wall, according to longtime NBA scribe Marc Stein.

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Podcast: Shaedon Sharpe enters 2022 NBA draft pool, potential offseason Rockets deals, and more

Friday’s episode of The Launch Pad Podcast explores the implications of Shaedon Sharpe joining the 2022 NBA draft pool, along with analysis of potential offseason trades and signings for the Rockets.

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2022 NBA mock drafts: Houston Rockets pick projections at end of regular season

With the 2021-22 regular season complete, Auburn’s Jabari Smith and Gonzaga’s Chet Holmgren are increasingly popular Houston Rockets projections in the latest wave of NBA mock drafts.

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Bleacher Report awards A grade to Houston’s 2022 rookie class

Bleacher Report grades the 2022 rookie class (A) for the Houston Rockets: “The quantity alone is impressive, but the quality is what should have Space City jazzed about the future.”

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Jake Paul explains why he "beat the f***" out of basketball mascot

Paul went viral earlier this month for 'knocking out' Houston Rockets bear mascot Clutch with one punch while attending a game at the Toyota Center in Texas ahead of his brother's WWE debut

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What Brooklyn clinching playoffs means for 2022 first-round draft pick owed to Houston

With the Nets clinching a playoff berth by defeating Cleveland, the 2022 first-round pick due to Houston will be at No. 16, 17, or 18 overall. Here’s a look at the remaining scenarios.

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Kevin Porter Jr. focused on technique, not contract, in 2022 offseason

Though he is eligible for a contract extension, Rockets guard Kevin Porter Jr. wants his focus in the 2022 NBA offseason to be on basketball.

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Rockets GM Rafael Stone still hopeful of John Wall trade, rather than buyout

Though Rafael Stone did not rule out a contract buyout, Houston’s general manager said Monday that he remains optimistic about an eventual John Wall trade.

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Jalen Green wins Western Conference Rookie of the Month for March, April

After averaging nearly 23 points per game on elite efficiency in March and April, Rockets guard Jalen Green is officially the Western Conference Rookie of the Month.

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Jalen Green likes Jaden Ivey, Chet Holmgren, Paolo Banchero as draft prospects

After Sunday’s season finale, Rockets star Jalen Green named Jaden Ivey, Chet Holmgren, and Paolo Banchero as his current “top three” among 2022 NBA draft prospects.

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Report: If no trade, John Wall wants Rockets buyout this offseason

NBA insider Michael Scotto: “If Houston can’t find a trade partner for Wall, his representation at Klutch Sports is expected to work with the Rockets on a buyout agreement before next season.”

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Two-way Rockets player Trevelin Queen named NBA G League MVP

Wing prospect Trevelin Queen, who is on a two-way contract with the Rockets, was named MVP of the NBA G League for the 2021-22 season. The Vipers also won top coach and executive honors.

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