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Key takeaways as Rockets trade Christian Wood to Dallas for first-round draft package

In a trade primarily about the incoming draft asset, the Rockets dealt Christian Wood to Dallas for the No. 26 pick in the 2022 first round. Here’s a look at immediate reaction and takeaways.

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Rockets made Christian Wood partly with Paolo Banchero or Chet Holmgren in mind

Tim MacMahon: Rockets were looking to move Christian Wood to clear playing time for Alperen Sengun and likely the No. 3 overall pick, whether that's Paolo Banchero or Chet Holmgren. They pounced on chance to acquire a first-round pick (and no ...

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Report: Rockets, Mavericks Finalizing Christian Wood Trade

Wood averaged 17.9 points and 10.1 rebounds per game for Houston last season.

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Boban Marjanovic, multiple players and the No. 26 pick headed to Rockets for Christian Wood

Shams Charania: Sources: The Mavericks are sending Boban Marjanovic, Sterling Brown, Trey Burke, Marquese Chriss and the No. 26 pick to the Rockets for Christian Wood. Source: Twitter @ShamsCharania What's the buzz on Twitter? Adam Spolane @ ...

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Christian Wood headed to Mavericks

Shams Charania: The Houston Rockets are finalizing a deal to trade Christian Wood to the Dallas Mavericks, sources tell @TheAthletic @Stadium. Source: Twitter @ShamsCharania What's the buzz on Twitter? Synergy Sports Tech @ SynergySST Among the 46 ...

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Rockets fans react to apparent Paolo Banchero dinner with GM Rafael Stone

An online photo showed Duke’s Paolo Banchero dining with Houston general manager Rafael Stone, and Rockets fans weren’t disappointed.

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Report: Rockets nearly traded for Marcus Smart, Brandon Clarke in June 2019

A June 2019 trade agreement would have sent Clint Capela to Boston and Marcus Smart and Brandon Clarke to the Rockets, but Memphis scuttled it by drafting Clarke one spot ahead.

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Andrew Wiggins shines amid Steph Curry struggles as Golden State Warriors move to one win from NBA immortality

The Golden State Warriors are one win away from a seventh NBA championship in franchise history after they defeated the Boston Celtics in Game 5 of the NBA Finals to take a 3-2 series lead

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How can Houston create more minutes for Usman Garuba?

More minutes in 2022-23 could help with Usman Garuba’s development, but the Rockets might need to trade a frontcourt player this offseason to allow for that to happen.

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Bleacher Report proposes Memphis ‘super team’ with Christian Wood

Bleacher Report’s Greg Swartz: “For a franchise already rising in the West, (hypothetically) adding Christian Wood officially makes Memphis a super team.”

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Report: Rockets still won’t trade John Wall to Lakers without draft compensation

The Rockets and Lakers are reportedly holding firm with their positions from the February 2022 trade deadline, which makes a John Wall-Russell Westbrook deal unlikely.

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Report: Rival NBA execs think Rockets will explore Christian Wood trades

NBA insider Michael Scotto: “Rival executives who’ve spoken with HoopsHype expect the Rockets to gauge the trade market on Wood’s value this summer.”

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Why the Rockets likely aren’t a fit for salary dump trades in 2022

NBA writers continue to speculate about Houston accepting “salary dump” players, like Miami's Duncan Robinson, during the 2022 offseason. Here’s why it doesn’t make sense.

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Christian Wood likes Paolo Banchero, Jaden Ivey as potential draft pick for Rockets

“A lot of big man talent for sure,” Christian Wood says of the 2022 NBA draft and potential options for the Rockets. “I like (Paolo) Banchero, I like (Jaden) Ivey. Hopefully we get a good guy.”

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Rockets center Christian Wood focused on winning in 2022-23 and beyond

“I am focused on trying to win games and trying to get to the playoffs,” Rockets big man Christian Wood told reporters prior to throwing out the first pitch at Wednesday’s Astros game.

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Christian Wood discusses contract extension talks with Rockets

Prior to throwing out a ceremonial first pitch for the Astros, Christian Wood discussed a potential contract extension with the Rockets. “We’ve had a talk,” Wood told reporters.

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Podcast: Cayleigh Griffin on her Houston career and Rockets’ future

Rockets courtside reporter Cayleigh Griffin joins our podcast to discuss highlights from her career and the team’s 2021-22 season, along with priorities for the upcoming NBA draft and 2022-23.

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Why Houston cannot trade the NBA’s No. 3 overall draft pick

There appear to be several options for Rockets GM Rafael Stone to potentially trade the No. 3 pick in the 2022 NBA draft. However, it might be a bad idea.

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NBA fans defend John Wall’s legacy after Colin Cowherd insult

Fans of the Wizards, Rockets, and beyond joined forces to defend John Wall after FS1’s Colin Cowherd said the five-time NBA All-Star hadn’t made any of his past teammates better.

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Rockets leaders show support in rally, prayer vigil for Brittney Griner

In a rally held on the steps of Toyota Center, multiple leaders for the Rockets showed their support Monday for Brittney Griner, a native Houstonian who is being detained in Russia.

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Kenny Smith on 1990s Bulls-Rockets: ‘We would have beat their a–’

NBA analyst and former player Kenny Smith isn’t holding back when it comes to his views on a hypothetical Bulls-Rockets matchup from the 1990s. “We would have beat their ass,” he says.

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NBA Mock Draft 2022: Latest Projections and Buzz

There’s been plenty of movement in SI’s latest projections since the lottery and the draft combine. Here is the latest intel.

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Jaden Ivey says Jalen Green was his toughest player to guard

When asked by ESPN to name the toughest player he ever had to defend, Purdue’s Jaden Ivey quickly pointed to Rockets guard Jalen Green. “I think he’s just an amazing talent,” Ivey said.

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2022 NBA mock drafts: New Rockets pick projections in early June

With the calendar turning to the NBA’s 2022 draft month, here’s who experts are projecting to the Rockets in June — led by Duke’s Paolo Banchero at No. 3 overall.

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Rockets star Jalen Green to invest in East Asia Super League

Rockets star Jalen Green, whose mother and grandfather are from the Philippines, is expanding his international basketball profile with a new investment in the East Asia Super League.

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