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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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Stephen Silas wants expanded playbook, better defense in 2022-23

Stephen Silas tells Kelly Iko that he plans to add more layers to his playbook for the 2022-23 season. “Last year, we were basic,” said Silas, pointing to Houston’s young roster.

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Rockets guard Jalen Green takes inspiration from late Kobe Bryant

Jalen Green on who he looked up to prior to his NBA career: “I watched a lot of Kobe (Bryant) when he was younger, how he came into the league, and everything changed for him.”

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Rockets star Jalen Green sets goals for offseason, 2022-23 year

As his primary goals for the 2022-23 season, Jalen Green wants the Rockets to win more games, and he plans to average 20-25 points per game while becoming an All-Star.

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Media members who voted for (and against) Houston Rockets in 2021-22 NBA awards

The NBA released all of its media ballots for 2021-22 awards, which tells us who voted for Houston Rockets players — headlined by Jalen Green.

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Snoop Dogg turned down $2 million offer to DJ Michael Jordan party

Snoop Dogg is a man of many talents. He makes music, does Skip The Dishes commercials, cooks with Martha Stewart, and even had his own Netflix show where he was coaching a youth football team. Snoop will also DJ from time to time and the great ...

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Rockets star Jalen Green focused on ‘three great players’ in 2022 draft

“We have the third overall pick (and) there are three great players,” Jalen Green says of Houston’s draft approach. “Let’s build. Come on.”

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Michael Jordan declined Idris Elba’s request to play him in a movie

On the latest episode of Complex's "Sneaker Shopping," Idris Elba revealed that he once floated the idea to Jordan of portraying him in a movie. Michael Jordan turned him down. "I even said to him one time, 'I want to play you,'" Elba told host Joe ...

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Jalen Green, Bill Simmons clear the air in newly released podcast

Jalen Green responds to Bill Simmons: “When I saw it, I was like, ‘Damn, I don’t know him. What did I do to him?’ I don’t know where this is coming from. But, everybody’s going to talk.”

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