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NBA draft grades: Rockets effusively praised after landing Amen Thompson, Cam Whitmore

With an impressive haul consisting of Amen Thompson and Cam Whitmore, the #Rockets and general manager Rafael Stone are earning high draft grades from NBA analysts.

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Reaction: Rockets stunningly draft Cam Whitmore at No. 20 to pair with Amen Thompson

A few days ago, Cam Whitmore and Amen Thompson were said to be in close competition for the No. 4 pick. Somehow, Houston emerged with both on draft night. #Rockets

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NBA analysts react to Rockets drafting Amen Thompson at No. 4 overall

Unlike 2022, there was no late drama in the 2023 draft order. This time, the #Rockets got their man in Amen Thompson, and NBA analysts and fans widely praised the pick.

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With cap space at premium, Rockets may be exploring options to trade away veterans

If Houston wants even more salary cap space in 2023, it could potentially lead to the departure of a #Rockets veteran such as Kevin Porter Jr., Jae’Sean Tate, or KJ Martin.

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Jalen Green unveils funny first interaction with Bulls’ Michael Jordan

Jalen Green recently spoke about his hilarious first interaction with Chicago Bulls legend Michael Jordan.

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Ime Udoka pleased by Rockets’ offseason progress, assistant coaching search

“I had to wait and be patient on some things,” Ime Udoka says of Houston's assistant coaching search. “I talked to a lot of high-level candidates. We have some commitments.” #Rockets

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2023 NBA Mock Draft 8.0: Predictions for all 58 picks post-combine and withdrawal deadline

Our latest NBA mock draft with just weeks left before the real thing.

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Report: Many within Rockets are enamored with Amen Thompson as 2023 NBA draft target

“There’s a reason why so many within the #Rockets organization are so enamored with him,” @KellyIko writes in The Athletic. “Everything about him oozes potential.”

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Paul George sees ‘crazy nucleus’ with Houston’s young core

Paul George to Jalen Green: “You’re young, but your time is gonna come, if y’all can stay together. Y’all got a crazy nucleus. Y’all have a legit starting five.” #Rockets

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Jalen Green sees Ime Udoka bringing structure to Rockets

“I let him know that I’m willing to do whatever it takes to win this year,” Jalen Green says of new #Rockets coach Ime Udoka. “He’s gonna bring structure, too. That’s what we need.”

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Paul George not a fan of potential James Harden reunion in Houston

“If you bring on someone like James [Harden] who is such a ball-dominant player, that’s going to hinder your growth a little bit,” Paul George said to Jalen Green. #Rockets

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Jalen Green says he’s open to Amen Thompson as Houston’s top draft pick

“I don’t know who we’re going to get, but I wouldn’t mind the Thompson twin,” Jalen Green says of Houston’s potential top draft pick. “He’s solid. I wouldn’t mind that, at all.” #Rockets

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Rockets’ Jalen Green Reacts to Rumors of James Harden Acquisition

Green agreed there could be negatives and positives if Harden returns to Houston.

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Rockets’ Jalen Green Has Hilarious Response When Asked About Twitter Culture

Born in 2002, the second-year player presumably has little memory of basketball before the website.

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Reaction, takeaways: Rockets win NBA’s No. 4 draft pick in lottery

Houston’s prayers for Victor Wembanyama (bound for San Antonio) went unanswered, but the #Rockets did win one of the NBA’s four lottery picks for a third straight draft.

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Jabari Smith Jr. credits Rockets assistant John Lucas with important rookie advice

“He reminded me to look at other people’s rookie seasons, and to stop putting so much pressure on myself,” Jabari Smith Jr. says of important advice by #Rockets assistant John Lucas.

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Bill Simmons becomes only NBA awards voter with Jabari Smith Jr. on All-Rookie first team

Bill Simmons was Jabari Smith Jr.’s lone vote for the All-Rookie First Team, while ESPN’s Kevin Pelton and The Salt Lake Tribune’s Andy Larsen backed Tari Eason. #Rockets

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Jabari Smith Jr., Tari Eason named to NBA’s All-Rookie Second Team

#Rockets forwards Jabari Smith Jr. and Tari Eason were each named Monday to the NBA’s All-Rookie Second Team, one year after teammate Jalen Green made the All-Rookie First Team.

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Report: Many NBA sources view James Harden to Rockets as inevitable

“What I’ve heard in league circles is that James Harden’s return is being treated as an inevitability,” says Ari Alexander (@AriA1exander) of NBC’s Houston affiliate. #Rockets

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Report: Jabari Smith Jr. changing to No. 10 jersey for Rockets

With Eric Gordon no longer on the roster, #Rockets forward Jabari Smith Jr. will switch to the No. 10 jersey for the 2023-24 season, according to the Houston Chronicle.

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Report: Rockets to push Jalen Green in third NBA season, demand more accountability

“At the conclusion of his second season, Jalen Green was told he was going to be pushed and held accountable in the next phase of Houston’s rebuild,” @KellyIko writes. #Rockets

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Report: Rockets discussed big-name roster moves in 2023 coaching interviews

James Harden and Khris Middleton are reportedly among potential 2023 free agency targets who were brought up during Houston’s recent coaching interviews. #Rockets

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Kevin Porter Jr. makes presence felt at Ime Udoka’s Rockets introduction

“I see I’ve got a smart player here,” Ime Udoka joked once Kevin Porter Jr. arrived at his #Rockets introduction. “He’s trying to get some playing time already. The only guy that showed up.”

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Ime Udoka Breaks Silence on Boston Exit As He Takes Over in Houston

The former Celtics coach was remorseful as he spoke publicly about the rocky end to his tenure in Boston for the first time. He now has a sizable task ahead in Houston.

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Jalen Green sets NBA playoffs as early goal for 2023-24 Rockets

Jalen Green on his expectations for the 2023-24 #Rockets season: “Yeah, we’re in the playoffs next year. That’s what the plan is, that’s what the goal is.”

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