The Latest Breaking News from Rockets

Rockets see Jabari Smith Jr. as ‘just scratching the surface’ of his potential

#Rockets assistant coach John Lucas on Jabari Smith Jr.: “He is just scratching the surface. I think he has a chance to really be good. Jabari knows how to play.”

USA Today Sports Media Group · Oct 5, 2022

Rockets increasingly experimenting with KJ Martin at small forward

After drafting Jabari Smith Jr., minutes at power forward are hard to come by in Houston. That’s why KJ Martin and the Rockets are working on a plan for him to play more at small forward.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Oct 5, 2022

John Lucas compares Rockets rookie Jabari Smith Jr. to Spurs legend David Robinson

#Rockets assistant coach John Lucas worked with David Robinson in San Antonio, and he sees similarities in the demeanor and leadership of Jabari Smith Jr., even as a rookie.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Oct 5, 2022

Josh Christopher, Rockets unveil player inspired merchandise line

Here’s an early look at the player inspired merchandise line from Josh Christopher (@Jaygup23) and the @HoustonRockets, which goes on sale this Saturday at Toyota Center.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Oct 3, 2022

PHOTOS: Rockets pose for portraits at 2022-23 media day

Jalen Green, Jabari Smith Jr., Alperen Sengun, and Kevin Porter Jr. are among many #Rockets who took part in official media day photo shoots at the opening of training camp.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Oct 3, 2022

Bruno Fernando thriving for Rockets with new contract, new energy

Bruno Fernando on landing a standard NBA contract with the Rockets: “I am excited about what is being built around here, and I felt like this would be the right spot for me.”

USA Today Sports Media Group · Oct 3, 2022

Takeaways: Jabari Smith Jr., Tari Eason have dazzling debuts as Rockets blast Spurs

Jabari Smith Jr. put on a show with 21 points (6-of-8 on 3-pointers) in 24 minutes as Houston crushed San Antonio in the preseason opener. Here’s a look at postgame interviews and analysis.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Oct 3, 2022

Former Celtics center Bruno Fernando to sign 4 year-$10.9 million deal with Houston Rockets

Fernando will soon have a little more money in the bank to do what he will with.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Oct 2, 2022

Rockets convert Bruno Fernando to standard contract for up to four years

The Rockets are reportedly giving Bruno Fernando a standard NBA contract for up to four years, which will soon require a release elsewhere on the roster.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Oct 2, 2022

Kevin Porter Jr. impressed by Usman Garuba’s growth for Rockets

Kevin Porter Jr. on Usman Garuba’s offseason progress: “Usman came back looking a lot faster. He’s looking good. He’s more coordinated. He’s knowing his spots on defense.”

USA Today Sports Media Group · Oct 2, 2022