The Latest Breaking News from Rafael Stone

‘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.”

USA Today Sports Media Group · Apr 27, 2023

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.

Sports Illustrated · Apr 26, 2023

‘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.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Apr 26, 2023

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.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Apr 19, 2023

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.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Apr 13, 2023

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?

USA Today Sports Media Group · Apr 13, 2023

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.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Apr 12, 2023

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.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Apr 11, 2023

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

USA Today Sports Media Group · Apr 10, 2023

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.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Apr 10, 2023