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Rockets Spent Big to Make Jalen Green a Star

Houston wants to end its time as an NBA bottom feeder, but it primarily wants to nurture Green’s skills so he can lead the team’s next playoff era.

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Updated 2023-2024 Houston Rockets roster, payroll after free agency

After an extremely busy 2023 free agency, here’s an updated look at the #Rockets roster and salaries entering the 2023-24 NBA season.

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Five NBA Teams With Pressing Roster Questions

The chaos of the offseason may have quieted, but there are still clubs with plenty of work to do ahead of training camp.

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Rockets’ Jalen Green excited for ‘winning point guard’ in Fred VanVleet

Jalen Green on Fred VanVleet: “That’s super dope for the team, not just for me... to have a veteran point guard, a winning point guard, that we can learn from and set the tone for us.” #Rockets

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Joel Embiid makes feelings on James Harden trade request clear with honest answer

Joel Embid is disappointed in James Harden's decision to explore trade options away from the Philadelphia 76ers, breaking up the foundation of their team

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Rafael Stone lauds Fred VanVleet’s ability to play off ball, defend for Rockets

“He’s someone that has flourished off the ball, is a really talented 3-point shooter, and someone who has been truly excellent defensively,” #Rockets GM Rafael Stone says of Fred VanVleet.

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Rockets officially announce deals with Fred VanVleet, Dillon Brooks, Jock Landale, Jeff Green

Fred VanVleet, Dillon Brooks, Jock Landale, and Jeff Green are all officially Rockets. Here’s how the team announced each of its July 2023 transactions to date.

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Fred VanVleet aiming to make teammates better, lift Rockets to playoffs

“We’ve got to get the Houston Rockets in the playoffs. That’s where my mind is at,” Fred VanVleet says. “One thing that I’ll be able to do is get the best out of my teammates.”

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Rockets’ VanVleet, Brooks signings don’t guarantee NBA playoff contention

Houston has made moves with one main goal in mind: to be taken seriously. Will they actually translate on the court?

Sports Illustrated

NBA Free Agency Winners and Losers

During the offseason, the 76ers, Bucks and reigning champion Nuggets made moves that will help—or hurt—their chances at winning big.

Sports Illustrated

Report: Rockets showing interest in free agent guard Aaron Holiday

The #Rockets and Hornets are among the NBA teams that have shown interest in signing free-agent point guard Aaron Holiday, HoopsHype’s @MikeAScotto reports.

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NBA News and Notes: Tracking Damian Lillard and James Harden, Plus Jeff Van Gundy’s Coaching Future

It’s been a busy offseason, with some of the league’s biggest names yet to secure a landing spot.

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Raptors have ‘expressed interest’ in Bulls free agent Ayo Dosunmu

The Toronto Raptors have shown an interest in Chicago Bulls point guard Ayo Dosunmu, who is a restricted free agent.

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The 5 worst contracts from 2023 NBA free agency, including Dillon Brooks’ bizarre deal with Rockets

Well, these NBA deals don't make a lot of sense.

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WATCH: Jalen Green trains with new Rockets guard Fred VanVleet

Jalen Green is already getting to work in his offseason training program alongside new #Rockets guard Fred VanVleet.

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Drake makes his feelings on Fred VanVleet's move to Houston Rockets crystal clear

Fred VanVleet signed a blockbuster contract with the Houston Rockets in free agency, leaving the Toronto Raptors an NBA champion - and rapper Drake left a parting shot on his Instagram

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Did Rockets make recent trades expecting Brook Lopez to join?

Houston’s trade sending Usman Garuba and TyTy Washington to Atlanta may have been made with an expectation of landing Brook Lopez... who stayed in Milwaukee.

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Drake trolls Rockets on Fred VanVleet’s farewell post to Toronto

Star rapper and Raptors super fan Drake tells Fred VanVleet: “Good luck with everything on the Guangdong Dragons... I mean, the #Rockets.”

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Fred VanVleet Got Trolled By Drake After Leaving Raptors for Rockets

The Toronto rapper had jokes for Fred VanVleet following his Raptors exit.

Chicago Sun-Times

The early-round winners and losers from NBA free agency

The Cavaliers, Lakers and Fred VanVleet should me all smiles after the first weekend of NBA free agency, but the one person that could have the biggest smirk when the smoke clears? Pat Riley.

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Podcast: Reaction to Houston’s chaotic start in 2023 free agency

Sunday’s @TheLagerLine breaks down Houston’s 2023 free agency to date, including the Fred VanVleet and Dillon Brooks additions and a Brook Lopez rejection. #Rockets

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Where Rockets’ roster stands after wild start to 2023 free agency

With numerous players on the way out and several new signings on the way in, here’s a roundup of where the #Rockets currently stand after a wild start to the NBA’s 2023 free agency window.

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Fred VanVleet’s Rockets contract includes team option for third year

In contrast to initial reports, Fred VanVleet’s new contract with the #Rockets is only guaranteed for two seasons. Year three is a team option.

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Rockets sign Jock Landale and trade for Patty Mills, who will be rerouted

After reaching deals with Fred VanVleet and Dillon Brooks, Houston’s busy free agency continued by trading for Patty Mills (who isn’t staying) and signing big man Jock Landale (who is staying).

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Takeaways: Rockets acquiring Dillon Brooks to bolster wing defense

The #Rockets are boosting their wing defense by acquiring Dillon Brooks, likely in a sign-and-trade with Memphis. His four-year contract with Houston will cost an average of $20 million, annually.

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