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Jalen Green offers advice to top Rockets rookie Jabari Smith Jr.

“Be yourself,” Jalen Green says of his advice to Jabari Smith Jr. with the summer league Rockets. “Don’t try to force nothing. Don’t try to play out of character. Just stay locked in."

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Rockets, Kevin Porter held preliminary extension talks?

Zach Lowe: Kevin Porter, Jr. is the wildcard to me. He's up for an extension. I've heard there have been some very, very, very, very, very, very, very preliminary talks about talking at some point in the future, but some openness to a deal there. ...

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NBA Summer League Preview: Chet Holmgren, Paolo vs. Jabari and the Young Warriors

What to look forward to in Las Vegas.

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Jalen Green officially switches to No. 4 jersey, Jabari Smith Jr. takes No. 1

Jalen Green made his switch to No. 4 official, which opens up the No. 0 jersey in Houston for TyTy Washington. Top rookie Jabari Smith Jr. will wear No. 1, while Tari Eason is No. 17.

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NBA free agency: Mo Bamba would be a calculated risk for Houston

What would center Mo Bamba offer to the Rockets, and how might he fit the roster? With Houston reportedly showing interest early in free agency, let’s take a look.

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Why Alperen Sengun could be the biggest Jabari Smith beneficiary

On paper, Jabari Smith may be a better fit next to young Rockets center Alperen Sengun than what Paolo Banchero would have been. Shooting and floor spacing are among the reasons.

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Inside the Moves that Defined the 2022 NBA Draft

How the Magic pulled off a surprise at No. 1. Plus, a closer look at the draft decisions by the Thunder, Kings and Blazers.

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2022 NBA Draft: Best Rookie Landing Spots

Jabari Smith in Houston and Chet Holmgren in Oklahoma City lead the list of players who will likely fit in perfectly with their new teams.

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Rafael Stone, Stephen Silas prioritizing development over wins in 2022-23

Rafael Stone on developing the younger Rockets: “You don’t want to stunt their growth by trying to steal a win here or there. Philosophically, we’re very cognizant of that.”

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Pick grades, reaction: Rockets draft Auburn’s Jabari Smith at No. 3

In a draft night stunner, Jabari Smith is now with the Rockets. Here’s our look at key takeaways from his selection, as well as reaction to the pick by NBA draft media and fans.

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Jabari Smith to Rockets

Kelly Iko: The Houston Rockets will draft Jabari Smith at No.3, sources tell @TheAthletic. Source: Twitter @KellyIkoNBA What's the buzz on Twitter? Todd Whitehead @ CrumpledJumper Jabari Smith has shown he is a versatile scorer *and* a versatile ...

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Patrick Fertitta praises Rafael Stone, Eli Witus for Harden trade decision

Per ESPN, Patrick Fertitta credits Rafael Stone and Eli Witus for “making the hard and, at the time, very unpopular decision” to prioritize draft capital in the Harden trade.

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‘Aggressive’ Rockets GM Rafael Stone finds support from Tilman Fertitta

Rafael Stone on Houston’s pre-draft approach: “That’s probably the biggest commonality that Tilman and I bring. We’re aggressive people. We’re going to call everybody 5,000 times.”

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Rockets release behind-the-scenes documentary of Jalen Green’s rookie season

In a behind-the-scenes documentary from the Rockets, Jalen Green takes us through the turning points of his electric rookie season in Houston.

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2022 NBA mock drafts: Final projections for three Houston Rockets picks

Paolo Banchero, Tari Eason, Jalen Williams, and MarJon Beauchamp are among the most popular Houston Rockets picks in the final wave of 2022 mock drafts.

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Duke’s Paolo Banchero sees blessing in potential Rockets draft selection

Paolo Banchero to @BigSargeSportz on potentially joining forces with Jalen Green and Kevin Porter Jr. in Houston: “Those are two extremely skilled, extremely talented players.”

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Rockets rookie Jalen Green featured in Jimmy Kimmel’s ‘Mean Tweets’

Rockets rookie Jalen Green had his basketball IQ compared to that of a baby hamster in the 2022 NBA edition of Jimmy Kimmel’s “Mean Tweets.”

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How can Houston create more minutes for Usman Garuba?

More minutes in 2022-23 could help with Usman Garuba’s development, but the Rockets might need to trade a frontcourt player this offseason to allow for that to happen.

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Podcast: Cayleigh Griffin on her Houston career and Rockets’ future

Rockets courtside reporter Cayleigh Griffin joins our podcast to discuss highlights from her career and the team’s 2021-22 season, along with priorities for the upcoming NBA draft and 2022-23.

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Jaden Ivey says Jalen Green was his toughest player to guard

When asked by ESPN to name the toughest player he ever had to defend, Purdue’s Jaden Ivey quickly pointed to Rockets guard Jalen Green. “I think he’s just an amazing talent,” Ivey said.

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Rockets star Jalen Green to invest in East Asia Super League

Rockets star Jalen Green, whose mother and grandfather are from the Philippines, is expanding his international basketball profile with a new investment in the East Asia Super League.

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Should Houston inquire about Suns center (and looming free agent) Deandre Ayton?

Probable free agent Deandre Ayton played a huge role in elevating the Phoenix Suns to a strong defense. Could the 23-year-old center do the same for a young Rockets team?

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Why Houston should close its chapter with Christian Wood

With only one season left on his contract and potentially another frontcourt piece arriving via the No. 3 overall draft pick, is now the time for the Rockets to move on from Christian Wood?

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Report: Eric Gordon likely to start for Rockets in 2022-23 season

Houston played much better with veteran guard Eric Gordon on the court last season, and that reportedly has him well positioned to earn a starting role in 2022-23.

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Rockets rookie Jalen Green impressed by Nets star Kyrie Irving, on and off court

Jalen Green continues to rave about the on-court play and off-court communication of Brooklyn star Kyrie Irving, whom Green hopes to work out with this offseason.

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