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Injury to insult: Jalen Green strains groin as Thunder roll Rockets again

For the second time this month, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Thunder rolled past the #Rockets in Oklahoma City. Making matters worse, Jalen Green injured his groin.

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Jabari Smith Jr. breaks out as Rockets lose another heartbreaker

Jabari Smith Jr. (22 points, 8 rebounds, 50% FG) led a strong #Rockets effort in Miami, and particularly on defense, but it wasn’t enough to avoid another last-second loss.

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Rockets GM Rafael Stone explains Houston’s trade deadline moves

In Friday’s press conference, #Rockets GM Rafael Stone shared his perspective on Houston’s trade deadline moves (Eric Gordon) and what comes next for the 2022-23 roster and beyond.

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Takeaways: Jalen Green, Alperen Sengun star in controversial Rockets loss

It was a heartbreaking and controversial #Rockets loss to Sacramento, but Jalen Green and Alperen Sengun had two of the best offensive nights of their young NBA careers.

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Rockets Twitter reacts in disbelief as late whistle takes away apparent win versus Kings

The #Rockets thought they had a feel-good win over the Kings, but with 0.3 seconds left, NBA official Ray Acosta had other ideas. Here’s how the surreal scene played out in real-time.

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Stephen Silas recalls early days of NBA scoring king LeBron James

Twenty years ago, Stephen Silas coached then-rookie LeBron James. In 2023, the #Rockets coach reflects on James’ unique path to becoming the NBA’s all-time scoring king.

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How LeBron James claimed the NBA's scoring crown, step by step

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Kings at Rockets: Wednesday’s lineups, injury reports, broadcast and stream info

Wednesday’s rematch with Sacramento is Houston’s final game before the NBA trade deadline. For Eric Gordon, now in his seventh season with the team, could it be his #Rockets finale?

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As defensive woes mount, frustration boils over for Rockets coach Stephen Silas

“They’re not giving the effort on the defensive end,” #Rockets coach Stephen Silas said postgame while slamming a table. “They’re not getting after it like they’re supposed to.”

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In rookie battle, Keegan Murray shoots Kings past Jabari Smith Jr., Rockets

In a battle of the No. 3 and No. 4 overall picks from the 2022 draft class, rookie forward Keegan Murray and the Kings clearly outshined Jabari Smith Jr. and the Rockets.

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Rockets at Thunder: Saturday’s lineups, injury reports, broadcast and stream info

The #Rockets have beaten Oklahoma City in five of their last six meetings. With Jalen Green potentially returning to the lineup, can they do it again on Saturday night?

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Takeaways: Josh Christopher fighting way back into Rockets’ rotation

Fred VanVleet led Toronto to a road win, but #Rockets reserve Josh Christopher made his case for more playing time with a season-high 15 points (87.5% FG) in 19 minutes.

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In victory over Thunder, Rockets rookie Tari Eason records third straight double-double

“When you bring energy, especially off the bench, I think it’s infectious,” says #Rockets rookie Tari Eason (20 points, 13 rebounds). “It bleeds into the team in all facets.”

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Rockets rookie Tari Eason records third consecutive double-double in victory over Thunder

“Anytime I step on the court, I want to bring a lot of effort, a lot of hustle,” Eason told reporters during his postgame press conference.

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Rockets’ effort, energy from Detroit win carries over into Monday’s practice

“We competed today, so whenever we have competitive practices, it gets to be ugly,” said John Lucas II, acting head coach for the #Rockets in the absence of Stephen Silas.

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Moving forward: Short-handed Rockets defeat Pistons behind KJ Martin, Tari Eason

“All I needed was time and opportunity to showcase what I could do,” Tari Eason said. “Tonight showed that a lot of guys in here are going to keep fighting.” #Rockets

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Stephen Silas hands over coaching duties versus Pistons to attend late father’s memorial

“It’s gonna be emotional,” Stephen Silas says of his father’s memorial, which will cause him to miss Saturday’s #Rockets game. “There’s not a playbook for grieving.”

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Rockets coach Stephen Silas sees Tari Eason as impactful role player

#Rockets coach Stephen Silas sees lots of potential for rookie Tari Eason as an impactful role player. “He plays hard,” Silas says of Eason’s immediate contributions.

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Kobe Bryant’s impact is still being felt throughout the NBA

“He was a model for young guys,” #Rockets coach Stephen Silas says of the late Kobe Bryant. “He came into the league with that drive, passion, grit, and meanness.”

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Stephen Silas dismisses youth, inexperience as an excuse in late collapse to Wizards

“We’ve got to be better than that,” Stephen Silas said of the #Rockets after Washington stormed back. “Whatever, young and inexperienced and all that, we’ve got to be better.”

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Coach Silas’ fierce message helps Rockets break 13-game losing streak

“If those expectations aren’t met, then the players need to know, and I let them know,” Stephen Silas says of his message to the #Rockets prior to Monday’s win.

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‘Chip on my shoulder’: Jalen Green leads desperate Rockets with another 40-point game

With a career-high 42 points in Monday’s #Rockets win, Jalen Green is now just the sixth player in NBA history to have at least three 40-point games before turning 21 years old.

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Takeaways: Rockets snap losing streak on Jalen Green’s career night

“I’m trying to be one of the best NBA players,” says Jalen Green, who scored a career-high 42 points in a win over Minnesota. “I’m trying to be coached, learn as much as I can.” #Rockets

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Rockets at Timberwolves: Saturday’s lineups, injury reports, broadcast and stream info

With Kevin Porter Jr. and Jabari Smith Jr. both doubtful with injuries, KJ Martin appears poised to get another start for the #Rockets on Saturday night in Minnesota.

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Podcast: Rockets’ losing streak takeaways and John Wall interview reaction

What does John Wall’s explosive interview mean for Stephen Silas and Rafael Stone? Today’s @TheLagerLine explores the fallout, along with key takeaways from the losing streak. #Rockets

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