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Cam Whitmore wants to improve midrange game, get teammates involved

When asked about his strengths and weaknesses, #Rockets rookie Cam Whitmore tells @TomerAzarly that he wants to improve his mid-range game while getting teammates more involved.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Aug 11, 2023

Highlights: Alperen Sengun dazzles as Turkey edges Poland in international match

With a dominant showing at this week’s international match versus Poland, Turkey’s Alperen Sengun gave #Rockets fans plenty to be excited about heading into the 2023-24 season.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Aug 10, 2023

USA Basketball’s Grant Hill impressed by play of Houston’s Jalen Green

After watching Jalen Green this week, @usabasketball managing director Grant Hill tells the Houston Chronicle: “He played well. He’s dynamic. He’s explosive. He’s very confident.”

USA Today Sports Media Group · Aug 9, 2023

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.”

USA Today Sports Media Group · Aug 6, 2023

Jabari Smith Jr. aiming to win NBA’s Most Improved Player in 2023-24

“Just impact winning,” Jabari Smith Jr. says of his personal goal for next season. “That’s my biggest thing. Whether it's averaging 10 points or averaging 20, I just want to affect winning.” #Rockets

USA Today Sports Media Group · Aug 6, 2023

Jabari Smith Jr. focused on adding strength in 2023 Rockets offseason

“Getting stronger and making precise movements,” #Rockets forward Jabari Smith Jr. tells @BradeauxandWill of his offseason plan. “Playing stronger and playing lower to the ground.”

USA Today Sports Media Group · Aug 6, 2023

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

USA Today Sports Media Group · Aug 4, 2023

Jabari Smith Jr. impressed by Rockets rookies Amen Thompson, Cam Whitmore

Jabari Smith on #Rockets rookies Amen Thompson and Cam Whitmore (via @BradeauxAndWill): “They were unselfish and they listen. They weren't worried about their shots. They just wanted to win.”

USA Today Sports Media Group · Aug 4, 2023

Highlights: Get to know five newly signed Houston Rockets for 2023-24 season

The #Rockets made their contract agreements official with Jeenathan Williams, Jermaine Samuels Jr., Matthew Mayer, Nate Hinton, and Joshua Obiesie. Here’s a look at each player’s background.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Aug 3, 2023

Report: OKC Thunder scouts in attendance for several 2024/2025 high school recruits

The Thunder were in attendance for the Adidas All-American Camp, which featured several of the top 2024 and 2025 recruits.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Aug 3, 2023