NBA Notes: Rockets, Reed Sheppard, Mavericks, Daniel Gafford, Sixers
Rockets
The Rockets have another season of Reed Sheppard secured. Houston exercised his approximately $14 million option for 2027-28, according to RealGM.
The No. 3 pick...
NBA Notes: Wizards, AJ Dybantsa, Rockets, Fred VanVleet, Warriors
Wizards
AJ Dybantsa waited four games to make his NBA debut. Once he got out there, he didn’t look particularly interested in easing into things.
The...
Rockets’ 5-0 start comes with encouraging news for Kevin Durant
Kevin Durant doesn’t have to do everything for the Rockets. Five games into the season, that might be the most encouraging thing about them.
Houston...
NBA Notes: Raptors, Kawhi Leonard, Mavericks, Zaccharie Risacher, Rockets
Raptors
The Raptors didn’t bring back Kawhi Leonard expecting perfect attendance. Still, having to adjust without him before October ends probably wasn’t the preferred introduction.
Leonard...
NBA Notes: Rockets, Kevin Durant, Thunder, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Nets
Rockets
The Rockets want to spend less time working against the shot clock and more time attacking before the defense gets organized. Their opener offered...
Rockets make multiple roster moves
The Rockets are keeping Oscar Tshiebwe and Julian Phillips, converting both players’ training camp contracts to two-way deals, the team announced.
Houston also waived guard...
Rockets waive three players
The Rockets have waived Bryce Harris, Cameron Matthews and Caleb McConnell, according to NBA.com’s official transaction log.
All three were on Exhibit 10 contracts and...
Rockets sign G League standout
The Rockets are bringing back a familiar face from their G League program.
Houston signed forward Cameron Matthews to an Exhibit 10 contract, according to...
NBA teams under most pressure to win now ranked, with some surprises
The Suns haven't exactly established themselves as an NBA championship favorite. But when it comes to urgency, nobody has more riding on the immediate...
NBA Notes: Cavs, Mario Hezonja, Rockets, Marcus Smart, Bucks
Cavaliers
Mario Hezonja looked much more comfortable in his second preseason appearance with the Cavaliers.
Mack Perry of Sports Illustrated highlighted Hezonja’s all-around performance against Orlando,...
Was Kevin Durant responsible for Rockets’ ‘connectivity’ issues?
Kevin Durant gave the Rockets plenty of scoring last season. ESPN’s Tim MacMahon believes Houston also asked him to handle responsibilities that weren’t suited...
Ralph Sampson’s advice for Victor Wembanyama: ‘Stay healthy’
Ralph Sampson sees enormous potential in Victor Wembanyama. He also knows how quickly a career can change.
“Stay healthy,” the former No. 1 overall pick...
Nick Nurse, Kenny Atkinson listed among NBA coaches who could be facing the heat
For some NBA coaches, well, the heat may be on.
David Adelman with the Nuggets. Nick Nurse with the 76ers. Ime Udoka with the Rockets....
NBA Notes: Timberwolves, Anthony Edwards, Rockets, Amen Thompson, Knicks
Timberwolves
Chris Finch doesn’t need much time to explain what he wants from Anthony Edwards this season. It starts on defense.
“Easy, he’s got to bring...
NBA Notes: Hawks, Jalen Johnson, Rockets, Amen Thompson, Cavs
Hawks
The Hawks haven't forgotten how last season ended. It'd be difficult even if they tried.
Atlanta led the Knicks 2-1 in the first round before...
Charles Barkley on Rockets: ‘I don’t think about them at all’
Charles Barkley did not need a long scouting report on the Rockets.
In an interview with Casino Guru’s Kyle Odegard, Barkley was asked what he...
