The Latest Breaking News from Rockets

Fred VanVleet Lands Three-Year, $130 Million Deal With Rockets, per Report

The former Raptors guard is reportedly taking his talents to Houston next season.

Sports Illustrated · Jul 1, 2023

NBA Twitter reacts as Rockets, Fred VanVleet reach 3-year, $130-million deal

The #Rockets have their veteran leader and floor general after signing Fred VanVleet to a three-year, $130-million deal. Here’s a look at early reaction and key takeaways.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Jul 1, 2023

Projected starting lineup for Rockets with Fred VanVleet and Dillon Brooks after free agency

Fred VanVleet is the first undrafted free agent to earn a contract worth more than $100 million.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Jul 1, 2023

NBA free agency opening rumors: Jakob Poeltl in mix for Rockets (June 30)

If Brook Lopez returns to Milwaukee, Toronto’s Jakob Poeltl could receive strong #Rockets interest, @MikeAScotto reports. In the final hours before Friday’s free agency, here’s the latest intel.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Jun 30, 2023

David Murphy: James Harden needs a look in the mirror. But he gave the Sixers an out.

PHILADELPHIA — Let’s start by stating the obvious. In every man’s life, there comes a point where he needs to ask himself if he really is who he thinks he is. Turn on the lights, look in the mirror, put on some Taylor Swift.

The Philadelphia Inquirer · Jun 29, 2023

5 possible trade destinations for James Harden, including a Rockets reunion

James Harden is reportedly going to be traded soon from the 76ers.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Jun 29, 2023

Kyrie Irving set to meet Phoenix Suns and at least two other NBA teams as move nears

Kyrie Irving is scheduled to meet with the Phoenix Suns as NBA free agency date quickly approaches as the Houston Rockets and LA Lakers try for to gain his signature

Daily Mirror · Jun 29, 2023

Chris Haynes: Rockets have edge in Kyle Kuzma’s free agency market, may seek Kyrie Irving meeting

Once free agency opens Friday, the #Rockets could have an edge in the Kyle Kuzma market while also pursuing a meeting with Kyrie Irving, according to Chris Haynes of Bleacher Report.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Jun 29, 2023

NBA option deadline moves: Rockets keep KJ Martin, waive Daishen Nix

The #Rockets picked up KJ Martin’s $1.9-million option for the 2023-24 season, which maximizes salary cap room this offseason while keeping him trade eligible. Daishen Nix was waived.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Jun 29, 2023

The Houston Rockets might have a new logo and nobody initially seemed to notice it

Did the Houston Rockets just switch it up on us?

USA Today Sports Media Group · Jun 29, 2023