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3 Houston Rockets bold predictions for make-or-break season for Kevin Durant, Ime Udoka

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The Houston Rockets have started the 2026-2027 NBA season with five straight victories, three of which came on the road. Head coach Ime Udoka is back at the helm, with talents like Kevin Durant, Alperen Sengun, Amen Thompson, and Fred VanVleet looking to guide the group toward a deep postseason run. While it may still […] The post 3 Houston Rockets bold predictions for make-or-break season for Kevin Durant, Ime Udoka appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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NBA awards races have new favorites, but little separation after one week

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The NBA needed only a week to give three awards races a different look. Cameron Boozer, Ime Udoka, and Ty Jerome now lead their respective categories in the BetOnline odds supplied for this update. Their positions deserve attention. The distance between them and their closest challengers deserves just as much. A new favorite makes an […] The post NBA awards races have new favorites, but little separation after one week appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Is Alperen Sengun playing tonight? Rockets vs. Bucks injury report

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The Houston Rockets will be without star center Alperen Sengun for Wednesday night’s matchup against the Milwaukee Bucks as they attempt to continue their undefeated start to the 2026-27 season. Houston’s latest injury report Wednesday morning ruled Sengun out because of low back soreness. The Rockets will begin a two-game road trip against Milwaukee at […] The post Is Alperen Sengun playing tonight? Rockets vs. Bucks injury report appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Houston Rockets Get Bad Injury News On Marcus Smart

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The Houston Rockets will be missing former Defensive Player of the Year Marcus Smart for a short stretch this season due to an injury.  Smart is listed as out due to a left forearm strain for the Rockets’ Monday game against the Atlanta Hawks in Houston.  The Rockets have listed Smart as day-to-day and questionable […] The post Houston Rockets Get Bad Injury News On Marcus Smart appeared first on HEAVY.

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Rockets’ Amen Thompson calls game with insane block on Victor Wembanyama

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So much for running it back, huh? The two teams that competed in the 2026 NBA Finals are now both 0-2 to start the new campaign. Obviously, they have plenty of time to find their best form and reestablish themselves as powerhouses. Nevertheless, it is always tough to let one slip away at the end. […] The post Rockets’ Amen Thompson calls game with insane block on Victor Wembanyama appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Amen Thompson Stuns Victor Wembanyama With Game-Winning Block in Rockets Thriller

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Amen Thompson made one of the most insane plays in the Rockets’ 104-100 victory. With one final play for the chance to tie or take the lead, 7’4 Victor Wembanyama got the ball in the post. Guarded by the smaller Thompson, Wembanyama backed him down, turned right, and went for the layup. The athletic Thompson […] The post Amen Thompson Stuns Victor Wembanyama With Game-Winning Block in Rockets Thriller appeared first on HEAVY.

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Tari Eason Ball Handling Secret: Practicing With a Heavier Ball

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Isaiah Hartenstein made a decision Thursday night: he’d back away from Tari Eason, leave him wide open and dare him to shoot. Eason took it personally. The three-pointer that followed was one of two he hit on his way to 12 points on 5-of-7 shooting in under 17 minutes of the Rockets’ 116-89 preseason finale […] The post Tari Eason Ball Handling Secret: Practicing With a Heavier Ball appeared first on HEAVY.

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Rockets’ Marcus Smart Takes Shot at ‘Disrespectful’ Lakers Offer

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Earlier this summer, the Houston Rockets snapped up Marcus Smart on a two-year $12.4 million contract. The second year of the deal holds a player option.Smart, 32, is coming off a strong season with the Los Angeles Lakers. Yet, the former Defensive Player of the Year was unable to agree terms on a longer tenure […] The post Rockets’ Marcus Smart Takes Shot at ‘Disrespectful’ Lakers Offer appeared first on HEAVY.

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NBA rumors: Hawks, Rockets, Blazers hold Jaylen Brown trade interest, and there’s a Giannis twist

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Jaylen Brown’s name has entered the trade rumor portal as the 2026 offseason is less than a month away. The entire NBA community will be watching to see if Giannis Antetokounmpo will be traded away from the Milwaukee Bucks. It looks like fans now have another name to focus on, as a chance of scenery […] The post NBA rumors: Hawks, Rockets, Blazers hold Jaylen Brown trade interest, and there’s a Giannis twist appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Why Kevin Durant is bad fit for Ime Udoka’s Rockets roster, per Channing Frye

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The Houston Rockets are trying to figure out how to revamp their roster this summer on the heels of a disappointing playoff series vs the Los Angeles Lakers. The Rockets’ offense crashed and burned in that series, with Kevin Durant sidelined for five out of the six games due to injury. Even when Durant was […] The post Why Kevin Durant is bad fit for Ime Udoka’s Rockets roster, per Channing Frye appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Kevin Durant News Offers Clarity on his Future With Rockets

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The Houston Rockets were on the wrong end of an NBA Playoff stunner in the first round. They weren’t the higher seed in their lone series, but the Los Angeles Lakers‘ circumstances suggested the Rockets should’ve won with ease. Instead, they dropped out with a 4-2 loss. As with all upsets, many questioned whether the […] The post Kevin Durant News Offers Clarity on his Future With Rockets appeared first on HEAVY.

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Amen Thompson shuts down question about Rockets roster changes after Game 6 loss

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Houston Rockets’ Amen Thompson pleaded the fifth after Game 6’s 98-78 series-clinching loss to the Los Angeles Lakers. While there have been reports about Kevin Durant’s future with the Rockets due to poor leadership and a failure to compete for a championship, there has also been speculation about Ime Udoka’s job as head coach. As […] The post Amen Thompson shuts down question about Rockets roster changes after Game 6 loss appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Luka Doncic Return Timeline: Insider Drops Big Update Ahead of Possible OKC Series

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It remains a test of sheer patience for the ever-talented Luka Doncic, who has been relegated to a seat on the bench as his Los Angeles Lakers find themselves in a first round series battle. The Lakers jumped out to a 3-0 lead over the Houston Rockets, but things have taken a negative turn as […] The post Luka Doncic Return Timeline: Insider Drops Big Update Ahead of Possible OKC Series appeared first on HEAVY.

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Is Kevin Durant playing tonight? Rockets vs. Lakers 2026 NBA Playoffs Game 6 injury report

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The Houston Rockets have a chance on Saturday to become the fifth team in NBA history to force a Game 7 after trailing 3-0. They are likely to be without Kevin Durant again during Game 6 against the Los Angeles Lakers. Durant is doubtful on Saturday due to a left ankle sprain. After missing Game 1 […] The post Is Kevin Durant playing tonight? Rockets vs. Lakers 2026 NBA Playoffs Game 6 injury report appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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