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‘Youth is not an excuse’: Ime Udoka sends initial message to Rockets

“One of my first messages (to #Rockets players) will be that youth is not an excuse,” Ime Udoka says. “I’m just trying to expedite the process of becoming professionals.”

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Ime Udoka Breaks Silence on Boston Exit As He Takes Over in Houston

The former Celtics coach was remorseful as he spoke publicly about the rocky end to his tenure in Boston for the first time. He now has a sizable task ahead in Houston.

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‘Sky is the limit’: Ime Udoka explains why Houston was the right fit

Citing young talent, salary cap space, and an attractive destination market, new #Rockets coach Ime Udoka explained why he’s a big believer in Houston’s future.

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Rockets coach Ime Udoka makes first unscripted comments on Boston scandal

For the first time since losing his job with the Celtics, new #Rockets coach Ime Udoka met with the media and briefly addressed his previous workplace scandal.

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Rockets impressed by Ime Udoka’s intelligence, drive and toughness

“Ime’s intelligence, drive, and toughness were the traits we were looking for in a coach to lead our team,” #Rockets GM Rafael Stone says of his latest hire, Ime Udoka.

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Report: Rafael Stone sold Ime Udoka on Houston partnership over Toronto, other NBA teams

Ime Udoka and #Rockets GM Rafael Stone “moved quickly toward a partnership,” Woj reports. “Udoka decided against pursuing the Toronto job — and other potential openings.”

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Woj: Rockets probed Ime Udoka’s Boston scandal before offering job

Before deciding on Ime Udoka as head coach, the #Rockets investigated his past with the NBA league office and the Celtics, per ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski.

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Report: NBA coaches are higher on Rockets’ job in 2023 than 2020

The #Rockets are clearly a worse team on the floor in 2023 than 2020, but their head coaching vacancy may be more attractive, according to Jonathan Feigen of the Houston Chronicle.

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Rockets coaching search, April 13 updates: Frank Vogel interviews, Sam Cassell on tap

Here’s our roundup of #Rockets coaching search news, headlined by an official interview of former Lakers coach Frank Vogel and a looming interview of Sam Cassell.

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Nick Nurse and the 9 other most likely candidates the Rockets may consider to replace Stephen Silas

Could the Rockets have a reunion with James Harden? Are they going to draft Victor Wembanyama? Who will coach them?

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Rafael Stone finds support from Rockets owner Tilman Fertitta

The #Rockets have a busy offseason ahead, and owner Tilman Fertitta is giving his front office the resources they need for their plans to succeed, according to GM Rafael Stone.

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Podcast: What Rockets are searching for as they replace Stephen Silas

Today’s episode of @TheLagerLine explores Houston’s upcoming coaching search and the key criteria that Rafael Stone and the #Rockets will use as they look to replace Stephen Silas.

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Rafael Stone sees Rockets as attractive destination, blasts culture critics

“I think this is a very attractive situation,” Rafael Stone says of Houston’s coaching vacancy. “Based on my phone ringing today, I think a lot of other people do, too.” #Rockets

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Key takeaways as Rafael Stone explains departure of Stephen Silas, new Rockets coaching search

#Rockets GM Rafael Stone met with the media Monday to discuss Houston’s coaching search and its decision to part ways with Stephen Silas. Here’s our look at key takeaways.

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Rockets confirm departure of Stephen Silas, thank him for his service

The #Rockets made the departure of Stephen Silas official Monday, with general manager Rafael Stone thanking him for three seasons of work.

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Report: Rockets targeting Ime Udoka, Kenny Atkinson, Frank Vogel, Nick Nurse, Scott Brooks as coach

With a premium placed on proven coaching experience, Ime Udoka, Kenny Atkinson, Frank Vogel, Nick Nurse, and Scott Brooks are among the top candidates to replace Stephen Silas. #Rockets

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Report: Rafael Stone returning for fourth season as Rockets general manager

Rafael Stone is set to return in 2023-24 for a fourth season as #Rockets general manager, per Jonathan Feigen of the Houston Chronicle. The fate of Stephen Silas is less clear.

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Stephen Silas acknowledges uncertain future with Rockets

Stephen Silas hasn't heard from the #Rockets about his future: “I have a three-year contract, and this is the last home game of my three years. Whatever happens, happens after this.”

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In return to Cleveland, Rockets praise Kevin Porter Jr.’s personal growth

Sunday was Kevin Porter Jr.’s first time playing in Cleveland since being traded to Houston. Stephen Silas, Rafael Stone, and Cavaliers coach JB Bickerstaff all praised his personal growth.

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Rafael Stone vows ‘super aggressive’ offseason for Rockets, with caveat

Regarding offseason plans, #Rockets GM Rafael Stone tells @KellyIko: “What we won’t do is chase things that we don’t think are long-term in our best interests.”

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2023 NBA mock draft roundup: Potential Houston Rockets picks at All-Star break

Praying for Victor? Here’s who the latest wave of NBA mock drafts projects to the #Rockets in the 2023 first round, starting with the potential of landing Wembanyama at the top.

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Rockets open second roster spot with Justin Holiday contract buyout

One day after reaching a contract buyout with Danny Green, the #Rockets have reportedly agreed to another with Justin Holiday. Houston now has two vacant roster spots.

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Podcast: Why Rafael Stone and Tilman Fertitta were trade deadline winners

With Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving leaving Brooklyn and Eric Gordon traded for first-round value, the 2023 NBA trade deadline was a successful one for #Rockets management.

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Reports: Rockets, Danny Green reach contract buyout agreement

With the #Rockets and Danny Green agreeing to a contract buyout, Houston now has an open spot on its 2022-23 roster. It remains to be seen whether Rafael Stone will choose to fill it.

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2022-2023 Houston Rockets roster after the trade deadline

Here’s where the #Rockets stand with their roster, coaching staff, and basketball operations department as the 2022-23 season winds down and a critical 2023 offseason approaches.

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