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Former Rockets coach Stephen Silas resurfaces in NBA as top Pistons assistant

Stephen Silas, whose contract was not renewed by the #Rockets after last season, is back in the NBA as a lead assistant for the Pistons and new head coach Monty Williams.

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Podcast: Key takeaways as Rockets, Rafael Stone answer media questions

Rafael Stone wants the #Rockets to watch and learn from the 2023 playoffs, and today’s @TheLagerLine explores the key themes — starting with organizational culture and alignment.

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Report: Rockets hiring Cam Hodges from Clippers as assistant coach

Clippers coaching associate Cam Hodges is joining the #Rockets as an assistant, @MikeCWright reports. He previously worked alongside Ime Udoka with the 76ers and Spurs.

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Jabari Smith Jr. motivates himself with All-Rookie second team selection

“I underachieved, by my standards, this year,” Jabari Smith Jr. says of his rookie season. “I know that we have to be better next year, and I have to be better.” #Rockets

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2023 NBA mock drafts, June update: Houston Rockets pick projections

Amen Thompson continues to be the most popular #Rockets projection in 2023 NBA mock drafts. But as we enter June, there are a few outlier scenarios still in the mix.

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Garrett Jackson among Boston assistants likely to re-join Ime Udoka in Houston

Garrett Jackson, who has worked as an NBA assistant with the Spurs and Celtics, is the latest Boston coach who appears set to re-join Ime Udoka in Houston. #Rockets

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Report: Rockets in world’s top 25 most profitable sports franchises

According to a new Forbes study, the #Rockets rank No. 23 among global sports franchises in profits this decade. They’re seventh among NBA teams.

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Rockets hold company service day at Houston’s historic Freedmen’s Town

Rafael Stone, Ime Udoka, Jabari Smith Jr., and Kevin Porter Jr. joined numerous #Rockets staffers to take part in Friday’s company-wide service day at Freedmen’s Town in Houston.

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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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Rockets interviews: Rafael Stone, Ime Udoka, Kevin Porter Jr., Jabari Smith Jr. on 2023 offseason

At Friday’s #Rockets service day, Ime Udoka, Rafael Stone, Kevin Porter Jr., and Jabari Smith Jr. all addressed their plans for the 2023 offseason, which could be pivotal in Houston.

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Rafael Stone: In 2023 offseason, Rockets to prioritize best player available, fit with Ime Udoka

In the 2023 draft and free agency, #Rockets GM Rafael Stone plans to utilize a “best available player” approach, as long as it meshes with Ime Udoka’s vision for the team and its growth.

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New Rockets coach Ime Udoka seizes moment with Astros, Houston fans

“It is an honor to come out and do this,” new #Rockets coach Ime Udoka said of Thursday’s first pitch at Minute Maid Park. “It’s the first step of getting to know the community." #Astros

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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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Astros manager Dusty Baker believes in Ime Udoka, Rockets

Astros manager Dusty Baker on Ime Udoka: “I think he’s the perfect coach to get the guys playing together and playing team ball. He exhibited that in Boston.” #Rockets

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New Rockets coach Ime Udoka throws out first pitch for Astros

New #Rockets coach Ime Udoka threw out the ceremonial first pitch prior to Thursday’s Astros game, and he shed some light on his first few weeks on the job in Houston.

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Report: Ime Udoka, Rockets eyeing James Borrego as lead assistant

“James Borrego is another name to watch, potentially as a lead assistant,” KPRC’s @AriA1exander reports regarding Ime Udoka and his new #Rockets coaching staff.

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Report: Rockets, Ime Udoka hiring Boston’s Ben Sullivan, Aaron Miles and Mike Moser as assistants

Ime Udoka is expected to hire Celtics assistants Ben Sullivan, Aaron Miles, and Mike Moser to his new #Rockets staff, per Gary Washburn (@GwashburnGlobe) of the Boston Globe.

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Podcast: What Nick Nurse joining 76ers could mean for James Harden, Rockets

Today’s @LockedOnRockets explores what the arrival of Nick Nurse in Philadelphia could mean for a potential #Rockets pursuit of likely free agent James Harden.

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Cynthia Cooper-Dyke relishes memories of Houston’s golden basketball era

Four WNBA championship banners for the Houston Comets still reside in the Toyota Center rafters, and Cynthia Cooper-Dyke (@AllDecade14) is a big reason why.

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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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Five years later, Eric Gordon reflects on Rockets’ near-miss in 2018 Western Conference finals

“You only get so many chances to win a championship,” former #Rockets guard Eric Gordon says of Houston’s near-miss in Game 7 of the Western Conference finals on May 28, 2018.

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Report: Toronto inquiring about trade for Rockets’ No. 4 draft pick

Toronto is among the NBA teams to have checked in with the #Rockets about trading for the No. 4 draft pick, @KellyIko reports. It isn’t yet clear whether there’s a pathway to a deal.

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Ime Udoka expected to have major input on Rockets’ personnel moves

New #Rockets coach Ime Udoka is expected to have a “pretty big voice” on roster moves related to the NBA draft and free agency, @KellyIko reports.

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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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Podcast: Evaluating the Thompson twins and Houston’s 2023 draft targets

Is Amen or Ausar Thompson the best fit for the #Rockets in the 2023 NBA draft, and does each make sense in tandem with a James Harden deal? Friday’s @TheLagerLine explores the options.

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