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Ime Udoka credits Alperen Sengun’s defensive improvements

Ime Udoka has been impressed by Alperen Sengun's defensive improvements to begin the new season.

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Watch: Rockets’ Fred VanVleet nails go-ahead bucket in the clutch

Fred VanVleet scored a clutch three-point shot to give the Houston Rockets the lead in the final minute of play.

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Rockets celebrate fifth straight win as Fred VanVleet takes over late versus Pelicans

Despite trailing for most of the second half, the #Rockets won their fifth straight game after an electric 8-0 burst in the final 80 seconds by Fred VanVleet.

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Takeaways: Jalen Green breaks out as Rockets rout Kings, climb back to .500

Jalen Green dropped a game-high 23 points on elite efficiency in 26 minutes, and it led the #Rockets to a third straight win in Monday’s blowout of Sacramento.

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Kings at Rockets, Nov. 6: Lineups, how to watch, injury reports, uniforms

Led by Fred VanVleet and Dillon Brooks, the surging Rockets are looking for a third consecutive win in Monday’s rematch with Sacramento at Toyota Center.

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Winning streak: Rockets blast Kings as Dillon Brooks, Jabari Smith Jr. shine

Dillon Brooks and Jabari Smith Jr. combined for 47 points and 20 rebounds on elite shooting as Houston bullied its way past Sacramento and into a winning streak.

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Hometown heroes: With nod to Houston’s hoops history, Rockets unveil 2023-24 City uniforms

With a clear reference to Houston’s distinct basketball history and culture, the #Rockets officially unveiled their 2023-24 City uniforms.

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Rockets at Spurs, Oct. 27: Live stream, how to watch, TV channel, start time

After a blowout loss in the regular-season opener, Jalen Green’s #Rockets will look to make amends in Friday’s matchup versus Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs.

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Takeaways: Jabari Smith Jr. leads Rockets in short-handed loss to Victor Wembanyama’s Spurs

Jabari Smith Jr. led the short-handed #Rockets with 20 points (50% FG) in 24 minutes, but Houston still suffered its first preseason loss on Wednesday in San Antonio.

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What can we expect from Jeff Van Gundy’s role as a senior consultant with the Boston Celtics?

Van Gundy brings a wealth of experience to the storied franchise, having been the head coach of the New York Knicks and Houston Rockets and more recently has worked with Team USA.

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Rockets Rookie Cam Whitmore Had the Dunk of the Year Sadly Taken Away by Rude Refs

This was too cool not to count.

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Takeaways: Amen Thompson, Cam Whitmore rally Rockets past Spurs

Despite trailing most of the way, the preseason #Rockets improved to 3-0 with Monday’s late rally in San Antonio. Amen Thompson and Cam Whitmore were standouts.

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Takeaways: Rockets blast Pelicans as Jabari Smith Jr. leads preseason rout

#Rockets forward Jabari Smith Jr. was dominant with 22 points and 9 rebounds on elite efficiency as Houston routed the Pelicans in Thursday’s exhibition.

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NBA executives poll: Jalen Green, Jabari Smith Jr. poised for breakout seasons in 2023-24

In a poll of NBA executives, #Rockets prospects Jalen Green and Jabari Smith Jr. are among the leading candidates to have a breakout season in 2023-24.

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NBA GM survey: After 2023 offseason, Rockets viewed more favorably by rival execs

The #Rockets are viewed much more favorably by rival executives in this year’s NBA GM survey, with new head coach Ime Udoka and rookie Cam Whitmore leading their categories.

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Ime Udoka at open practice: Rockets want to change perception of organization

At Sunday’s open practice, Ime Udoka says his #Rockets want to be a team in 2023-24 that “changes the perception of the organization.”

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Ime Udoka: Rockets rookie Amen Thompson is standing out at training camp

Ime Udoka on #Rockets training camp: “The guy who stood out to a lot of people was Amen [Thompson]. His pace is real, his size and athleticism, and he has that burst. He’s been great.”

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Why Fred VanVleet delivered a large gift bag to all of his Houston teammates

Fred VanVleet delivered large gift bags to all of his new #Rockets teammates, though there was something of a hidden agenda to it. @BigSargeSportz explains:

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Day 2 Rockets practice updates: Training camp continues in Louisiana

Ime Udoka, Fred VanVleet, and Alperen Sengun met with reporters Wednesday after the second day of #Rockets training camp. Here’s what we saw and learned.

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Jabari Smith Jr., Tari Eason ready for sophomore leaps with Rockets

#Rockets forward Jabari Smith Jr. on his goals as an NBA sophomore: “Show what I’ve added to my game, show what I’ve learned. Be more confident and consistent.”

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Fred VanVleet excited to join, lead Rockets for first training camp

“The goal is to get this franchise back to where it’s supposed to be and where it has been,” Fred VanVleet says of his new team. “There’s a rich tradition here.” #Rockets

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Rockets leaders Rafael Stone, Ime Udoka react to Kevin Porter Jr.’s arrest

Rafael Stone on Kevin Porter Jr. “As soon as I heard the allegations, I informed his representatives that he could not be part of the Houston Rockets.”

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Grant Williams on his time with the Boston Celtics, feud with Deuce Tatum and more

Grant also highlights the valuable lessons he learned while playing in Boston, and looks back at the tenure of now Houston Rockets head coach Ime Udoka when he was in that role with the Celtics.

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Alperen Sengun earns high ranking among NBA’s top centers of 2023-24 season

#Rockets big man Alperen Sengun checks in at No. 13 on the @HoopsHype top centers list, one spot ahead of Oklahoma City’s Chet Holmgren and just behind Milwaukee’s Brook Lopez.

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As training camp nears, Rockets rookies Amen Thompson, Cam Whitmore embrace competition

“I am very excited for the season,” #Rockets rookie Cam Whitmore said before throwing out Friday’s first pitch for the Astros. “I’m ready for this new program to get started.”

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