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Key October 2023 dates as Rockets open training camp, preseason, regular season

October will be a busy month for the #Rockets with their 2023-24 training camp, preseason, and regular season all taking flight. Here’s a look at the key dates and deadlines.

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On this day: former Boston Celtics center Artis Gilmore born, Bob Donham passes, Ime Udoka scandal breaks

On this date in 1949, Artis Gilmore was born, Bob Donham left us, and the Udoka scandal came to light.

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ESPN’s NBA panel sees Tari Eason, Jabari Smith Jr. among top sophomores to watch

ESPN’s NBA panel sees #Rockets forwards Tari Eason and Jabari Smith Jr. as among the most important sophomores to watch in the 2023-24 season.

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Where Jabari Smith Jr. ranks among NBA’s top power forwards of 2023-24 season

.@HoopsHype projects #Rockets prospect Jabari Smith Jr. to be the NBA’s No. 20 power forward in the 2023-24 season, just ahead of Utah’s John Collins.

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The Rockets must reap what they’ve sown and waive (not trade) Kevin Porter Jr. after his arrest

The Rockets ignored so many red flags about Kevin Porter Jr.

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After eventful offseason, Rockets, Rafael Stone tasked with rebuilding image

The #Rockets remain in something of a rebuild with the team’s on-court product, but rebuilding their image is another challenge for Rafael Stone, @BigSargeSportz writes.

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Dillon Brooks says he’s ready to teach defense to younger Rockets

“[Ime Udoka] knows that I bring a different type of edge to the game,” Dillon Brooks tells @JakeLFischer of Yahoo! Sports. “I can teach young guys.” #Rockets

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CBS gives an A-minus grade to Rockets for 2023 NBA offseason

“The Rockets made huge strides this offseason while bringing in potential future stars in Amen Thompson and Cam Whitmore,” CBS Sports writes in its 2023 NBA grades.

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Where Bleacher Report ranks Rockets players in 2023-24 season

Fred VanVleet, Jalen Green, Jabari Smith Jr., and Alperen Sengun are among the #Rockets represented in Bleacher Report’s 2023-24 NBA player rankings.

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Boston Celtics included in Bleacher Report’s ‘Most Disrespectful Blocks of the 2022-23 Season’ video

Even with a notable slip from the season prior under former head coach Ime Udoka, Boston still managed to have one of the better defenses in the league.

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Podcast: Knicks, Rockets could be eventual trade suitors for 76ers’ Joel Embiid

The Athletic’s Kelly Iko: “Moving forward, I do think New York and Houston are the two teams to watch if Joel (Embiid) says, ‘I want to leave, too.’”

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In 2023 offseason, Rockets forward Jae’Sean Tate focused on shooting

“It’s always coming back to shooting, but also just being comfortable and being confident and taking the shots,” Jae’Sean Tate tells @KellyIko of his offseason work. #Rockets

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Grant Williams on his three Boston Celtics head coaches

Williams has suited up for three separate head coaches in Boston.

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On this day: Cousy, Anthony, Arroyo, Udoka born; Davis re-signs

Boston Celtics point guard legend Bob Cousy was born on this day in 1928, as were Joel Anthony and Carlos Arroyo.

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Celtics owner Wyc Grousbeck reflects on hiring Joe Mazzulla amid Udoka situation

Wyc Grousbeck offered high praise for Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla, saying "he’s got world-class intensity, drive, and knowledge."

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Where Jalen Green ranks in NBA’s top shooting guards for 2023-24 season

Third-year #Rockets guard Jalen Green checks in at No. 11 on a new @HoopsHype ranking of the NBA’s top shooting guards for the 2023-24 season. Here’s a look at the complete list.

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Rockets star Jalen Green earns praise for strong play at Team USA training camp

“If I’m the Rockets, I’m thrilled with how Jalen Green is playing for the @usabasketball Select Team,” ESPN’s Mark Jones says. “He gave the varsity some work yesterday.”

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Ime Udoka to Rockets: ‘Play defense, play hard, and play together’

“Play defense, play hard, and play together,” Jabari Smith Jr. says of the initial message by Ime Udoka (via @BradeauxandWill). “That was what he preached the most. Play the right way.” #Rockets

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Grant Williams on sweeping the Brooklyn Nets and locking up Giannis with the Boston Celtics

Williams talked about the rough start under his old head coach Ime Udoka, and how Boston turned things around midseason to eventually make the 2022 NBA Finals, too.

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Why Grant Williams views Rockets’ Ime Udoka as his best coach with Celtics

Grant Williams had three head coaches (Brad Stevens, Ime Udoka, and Joe Mazzulla) over his first four NBA seasons with the Boston Celtics, and he seems to prefer Udoka.

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New Rockets coach Ime Udoka reportedly placed high value on Dillon Brooks

“Ime Udoka wanted him,” ESPN’s Tim MacMahon says of Dillon Brooks. “He valued him. He’s in Houston in large part because of that.” #Rockets

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Is Grant Williams right about the differences between Celtics coaches Ime Udoka and Joe Mazzulla?

Williams recently discussed his experiences between his two former Boston head coaches.

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Updated 2023-2024 Houston Rockets roster, payroll after free agency

After an extremely busy 2023 free agency, here’s an updated look at the #Rockets roster and salaries entering the 2023-24 NBA season.

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Report: Celtics commited to new playing style

The Boston Celtics have embraced a new offensive mentality under Joe Mazzulla, and their recent roster moves appear to be a double-down on their change in mentality.

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Takeaways: MVP Cam Whitmore leads Rockets’ standouts at 2023 summer league

With 2023 summer league in the books, here’s our look back at key #Rockets takeaways, including Cam Whitmore’s MVP run and Jabari Smith Jr.’s complete domination.

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