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NBA Summer League: First Impressions on Top Rookies and Surprise Standouts

Here are 10 takeaways from Las Vegas at the midway point of the summer showcase.

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Why the summer Rockets may consider experimenting with more Tyty Washington usage

Second-year guards Daishen Nix and Josh Christopher have fared well. With that in mind, could the Rockets give more reps to TyTy Washington as summer league play winds down?

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Rockets rookie Jabari Smith Jr. sees himself as All-Defensive Team caliber ‘from day one’

Can Jabari Smith Jr. already play at an NBA All-Defensive Team level, starting with his first game in Houston? That’s the rookie’s goal, which he disclosed in a new interview with Taylor Rooks.

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Rafael Stone: Rockets focused on internal growth, not short-term trades

Rafael Stone on his trade outlook: “Once you get through the draft and beginning of free agency, it’s more about your group. For us, we're looking for internal growth. We’re not one piece away.”

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Rockets see improved mentality, team approach driving defensive growth

Rick Higgins on Houston’s improved defense: “They looked at each other and decided they were going to put more physicality, more effort, and more togetherness into the game.”

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Takeaways: Jabari Smith Jr. breaks out, Tari Eason keeps rolling as Rockets blast Spurs

Rookie prospects Jabari Smith Jr. (19/9) and Tari Eason (22/11) were two-way standouts against the Spurs, leading the summer Rockets to a big victory on Monday night in Las Vegas.

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Podcast: Key takeaways from Houston’s 2-1 start at NBA summer league

In Monday night’s podcast, Brian Barefield (@BigSargeSportz) shares his summer league impressions from Las Vegas regarding Jabari Smith Jr., Tari Eason, and the rest of the young Rockets.

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When should Houston capitalize on its future Brooklyn draft picks?

The Houston Rockets own Brooklyn’s draft capital until 2027. Should they stand pat, or look to cash in some of those assets in the 2022 offseason? Here’s our look at the pros and cons.

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In second Rockets season, Daishen Nix improving his NBA feel

Rockets coach Rick Higgins says of Daishen Nix: “His basketball IQ is very, very high. If you pay attention and watch him, he is putting a lot of guys in position to be successful.”

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Rafael Stone wants Rockets focused on process over ‘shot luck’

“Playing well is not about making shots,” Rockets general manager Rafael Stone says. “One of the keys to success in the NBA is making people understand that.

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Jalen Green offers advice to top Rockets rookie Jabari Smith Jr.

“Be yourself,” Jalen Green says of his advice to Jabari Smith Jr. with the summer league Rockets. “Don’t try to force nothing. Don’t try to play out of character. Just stay locked in."

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Rockets GM Rafael Stone sees throwback point guard in Daishen Nix

Rockets general manager Rafael Stone: “We’re really excited about Daishen (Nix). He’s kind of an old school, throwback point guard. He pushes pace. He sees the court really well.”

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Rockets reportedly hoping to use two-way contract slot on backup center

Moses Brown, Freddie Gillespie, Bruno Fernando, and Mfiondu Kabengele are among potential backup center signings for the Rockets, per Kelly Iko of The Athletic.

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TyTy Washington enjoys Arizona reunion with Jalen Williams

Rockets guard TyTy Washington enjoyed Saturday’s reunion with fellow Arizona native Jalen Williams of the Thunder, and he really enjoyed shaking Williams on a buzzer-beating 3-pointer.

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Jabari Smith Jr. finding multiple ways to impact winning for Rockets

Despite subpar shooting, Jabari Smith Jr. still made a big impact in Houston’s summer league win over the Thunder. “My shots weren’t falling, but I feel I can impact the game in different ways.”

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Takeaways: In defensive battle, Jabari Smith Jr. rallies Rockets past Chet Holmgren, Thunder

Jabari Smith Jr. and Chet Holmgren had similar games Saturday, with each defending well while struggling to finish on offense. But Smith made more key plays late, leading to Houston’s win.

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Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Houston Rockets, live stream, TV channel, time, how to watch NBA Summer League

The Oklahoma City Thunder will meet the Houston Rockets in NBA Summer League action on Saturday night.

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With Usman Garuba out, Aric Holman ready for opportunity with summer Rockets

With Usman Garuba out injured, Aric Holman wants to take advantage of an opportunity in Las Vegas. “I want to get a contract with somebody, hopefully it’s here in Houston,” @AricHolman says.

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Young Rockets learning from experience of 2022 NBA summer league opener

“The pace of the game was way faster, and the court was bigger, so there is more spacing,” TyTy Washington says of his NBA summer league debut. Houston returns to action Saturday night.

The Philadelphia Inquirer

James Harden took $15 million pay cut for next season to help the Sixers’ free agency efforts

LAS VEGAS – James Harden is taking less for the team.

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Eric Gordon a lock to be traded?

Zach Lowe: Eric Gordon will get traded at some point for whatever they get. Tim MacMahon: I thought it'd be by now but they'll get a first round pick for him at some point. Source: ESPN What's the buzz on Twitter? Jonathan Feigen @ Jonathan_Feigen ...

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Rockets, Kevin Porter held preliminary extension talks?

Zach Lowe: Kevin Porter, Jr. is the wildcard to me. He's up for an extension. I've heard there have been some very, very, very, very, very, very, very preliminary talks about talking at some point in the future, but some openness to a deal there. ...

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Rockets rookie Tari Eason making immediate NBA impact with energy

“He played with so much energy, he had no energy at the end,” Rockets coach Rick Higgins says of Tari Eason’s debut (14 points, 13 rebounds). “He put everything he had into the game.”

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Jabari Smith Jr. settling in for Rockets, ready to get more involved

Jabari Smith Jr. on his Rockets debut (10 points, 7 rebounds, 3 assists): “Coming into the second half, I felt more relaxed. I settled into the game, and I felt like they could see that.”

Sports Illustrated

Takeaways From Paolo Banchero and Jabari Smith Jr.'s First NBA Duel

To no one’s surprise, the No. 1 pick looked comfortable in his NBA debut.

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