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New Rockets coach Ime Udoka on Alperen Sengun: ‘Like a mini-Jokic’

In a chat with @SportsVanessa, new #Rockets coach Ime Udoka was complimentary of several of his newly inherited players, and none more so than Alperen Sengun.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Apr 28, 2023

Jabari Smith Jr. agrees with ESPN’s Kendrick Perkins on Bucks’ failure

ESPN’s @KendrickPerkins disagrees with Giannis Antetokounmpo about whether Milwaukee’s season was a failure, and #Rockets rookie Jabari Smith Jr. sees it the same way as Perkins.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Apr 27, 2023

‘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

Tilman Fertitta says Rockets are building $70-million practice facility

The #Rockets are building a new, $70-million practice facility in Houston’s Galleria area, per owner Tilman Fertitta. Due to the permitting process, an opening date is not yet clear.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Apr 26, 2023

New Rockets Coach Ime Udoka Was Asked Whether Celtics Were Justified in Dismissing Him

The new Rockets coach addressed the controversy that led to his ouster in Boston.

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

Rockets coach Ime Udoka makes first unscripted comments on Boston scandal

For the first time since losing his job with the Celtics, new #Rockets coach Ime Udoka met with the media and briefly addressed his previous workplace scandal.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Apr 26, 2023

Report: Ime Udoka under contract with Rockets for four years, $28.5 million

New #Rockets coach Ime Udoka is under contract through the 2026-27 season at an average annual salary of over $7 million, per Michael Shapiro (@mshap2) of Chron.com.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Apr 26, 2023

Rockets impressed by Ime Udoka’s intelligence, drive and toughness

“Ime’s intelligence, drive, and toughness were the traits we were looking for in a coach to lead our team,” #Rockets GM Rafael Stone says of his latest hire, Ime Udoka.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Apr 26, 2023

Joe Mazzulla on Ime Udoka hiring in Houston: ‘I’m a product of second chances’

Joe Mazzulla spoke about Ime Udoka becoming the head coach of the Houston Rockets and explained why he values forgiveness and second chances in life.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Apr 25, 2023