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The Latest Breaking News from Kevin Porter Jr

Re-ranking the 23 best NBA players under 23 years old, with a new star emerging at No. 1

None of these guys have even had their Jordan Year yet??

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Podcast: Key takeaways from Rockets extending Kevin Porter Jr.

In Tuesday’s episode of @LockedOnRockets, Jackson Gatlin and Ben DuBose offer their immediate reaction and key takeaways related to Kevin Porter Jr.’s new contract extension.

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‘Biggest day of my life’: Kevin Porter Jr., Rockets react to contract extension

With his #Rockets contract extension finalized, Kevin Porter Jr. called it “the biggest day of my life,” and Stephen Silas teared up at a question by our @BigSargeSportz. More from Toyota Center:

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Rockets officially announce Kevin Porter Jr. contract extension

Rafael Stone on Kevin Porter Jr.: “He’s expressed how happy he is to be with this organization and has shown his commitment to putting in the work, both on and off the court.”

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Stephen Silas impressed by growth of Kevin Porter Jr., Jalen Green

“It wasn’t your turn, my turn,” #Rockets coach Stephen Silas says of performances by Jalen Green and Kevin Porter Jr. during the preseason. “It was the ball movement that I loved.”

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Report: Kevin Porter Jr., Rockets Agree to Contract Extension

The guard is entering his third season with Houston.

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Rockets extending Kevin Porter Jr. for up to four years, $82.5 million

On Monday’s contract extension deadline day for 2019 first-round draft picks, the Rockets and Kevin Porter Jr. struck a deal. Here’s a look at what we know so far.

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Rockets nearing contract extension deadline for Kevin Porter Jr.

Will they, or won’t they? Monday at 5 p.m. Central is the NBA’s contract extension deadline for Kevin Porter Jr. and the Rockets.

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2022-23 Houston Rockets statistics, player grades for preseason play

The Rockets went 3-1 in preseason play, and electric numbers by second-year guard Jalen Green (22.0 points, 43.3% on 3-pointers, 3.3 assists in 26.3 minutes) were a big reason why.

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Takeaways: Jalen Green scores 33 as Rockets blast Pacers in preseason finale

Jalen Green dropped 33 points in 29 minutes on efficient shooting as the Rockets (3-1) won at Indiana (2-2) in the preseason finale. Here’s our look at key takeaways and postgame reaction.

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Rockets at Pacers: Friday’s stream, lineups, injury reports and broadcast info

Integrating Alperen Sengun with the starting lineup will be a clear priority when Houston wraps up its 2022-23 preseason with Friday’s visit to Indiana.

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Takeaways: Kevin Porter Jr., Jalen Green flourish, but Alperen Sengun struggles in loss to Miami

Kevin Porter Jr. and Jalen Green played well, but the Rockets struggled to overcome a bad night by Alperen Sengun in Monday’s loss at Miami. Here’s our look at the key takeaways.

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As distractions ease, Stephen Silas ready for first normal season in Houston

“It is for sure different from Year 1 and Year 2,” Stephen Silas says of the 2022-23 Rockets. “I might have a few more gray hairs because of those first couple of years.”

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PHOTOS: Rockets pose for portraits at 2022-23 media day

Jalen Green, Jabari Smith Jr., Alperen Sengun, and Kevin Porter Jr. are among many #Rockets who took part in official media day photo shoots at the opening of training camp.

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Takeaways: Jabari Smith Jr., Tari Eason have dazzling debuts as Rockets blast Spurs

Jabari Smith Jr. put on a show with 21 points (6-of-8 on 3-pointers) in 24 minutes as Houston crushed San Antonio in the preseason opener. Here’s a look at postgame interviews and analysis.

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Kevin Porter Jr. impressed by Usman Garuba’s growth for Rockets

Kevin Porter Jr. on Usman Garuba’s offseason progress: “Usman came back looking a lot faster. He’s looking good. He’s more coordinated. He’s knowing his spots on defense.”

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Spurs at Rockets: Sunday’s stream, lineups, injury reports and broadcast info

Top rookie Jabari Smith Jr. will make his Toyota Center debut when the #Rockets open preseason play by hosting the Spurs on Sunday night. Tipoff is at 6:00 p.m. Central.

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Podcast: Initial observations on 2022-23 Rockets training camp

Stephen Silas says day one of #Rockets training camp was the best he’s seen in all his NBA years. Today’s podcast explores reasons for optimism, starting with Kevin Porter Jr.’s growth.

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Rockets rookie Jabari Smith Jr. sees improvements since summer league

After two-plus months at Toyota Center, #Rockets rookie Jabari Smith Jr. explains how his game has changed since summer league. “I feel like I’m a whole different player, honestly.”

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VIDEOS: 2022-23 Houston Rockets media day interviews

If you missed any of Monday’s media day sessions from #Rockets players and executives at Toyota Center, here’s a video roundup courtesy of the @JTGatlin YouTube channel.

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Kevin Porter Jr. in ‘beautiful space’ as Rockets enter 2022-23 season

“Being in the space I am in now and looking back, it’s a beautiful space to be in,” Kevin Porter Jr. says. “I found joy in everyday life, not just getting on the court.”

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Rockets issue updated height, weight measurements for 2022-23 roster

In updated #Rockets measurements, Jalen Green and Alperen Sengun have put on weight, while Sengun, Kevin Porter Jr., and Jabari Smith Jr. are taller than their past figures.

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Report: Rockets, Kevin Porter Jr. still hoping for contract extension

“It’s clear Porter and Houston have hopes of getting an extension done ahead of the 2022-23 season,” Kelly Iko writes in The Athletic. The deadline for any deal is Monday, Oct. 17.

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Podcast: Key training camp storylines for the 2022-23 Houston Rockets

Our @BenDuBose breaks down key training camp and preseason storylines in Houston, led by growth from Kevin Porter Jr. and Stephen Silas.

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Dennis Schröder joins Lakers, officially moves on from Rockets

As expected, veteran guard Dennis Schröder won’t be back with the Rockets in the 2022-23 season. He signed a one-year deal to reunite with the Lakers.

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