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Pistons lose battle of teams with worst records, fall to Rockets, 121-115

Friday's slate of NBA games included several matchups with playoff implications, but there was a battle between the teams with the worst records in the league being held in Houston.

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In final homestand, Rockets focused on building momentum for offseason

“At the end of the day, we want to end the season on the right note and with some momentum going into the offseason,” #Rockets guard Kevin Porter Jr. says.

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

In a potentially important matchup in the NBA’s 2023 draft race, Jalen Green and the Rockets (18-59) host Detroit (16-60) to open a three-game homestand at Toyota Center.

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Report: Nick Nurse a potential head coaching candidate for Rockets

The Toronto Star’s Doug Smith reports that Raptors coach Nick Nurse could potentially be in play for the #Rockets after this season.

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After slow start, Nets bounce back with much-needed win vs. Rockets

NEW YORK — If this is what an expedited jelling process looks like, the Nets need a new overnight delivery service.

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Kevin Porter Jr., Alperen Sengun keep Houston close in Brooklyn

Kevin Porter Jr. scored 31 efficient points while Alperen Sengun and Jabari Smith Jr. had double-doubles, but the #Rockets couldn’t withstand Brooklyn’s late 3-point barrage.

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Damian Lillard Says Thunder’s Lu Dort Is NBA’s Best Defender

The Trail Blazers guard praised the Thunder swingman, still just 23 in his fourth season.

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Rockets coach Stephen Silas reacts to blatant untruth told by ESPN’s Brian Windhorst

Stephen Silas tells @SportsMT about “blatant untruth” by Brian Windhorst: “Stuff like that is hard to take back. It’s just not good reporting. He said he was sick to his stomach.” #Rockets

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Rockets at Nets: Wednesday’s lineups, injury reports, broadcast and stream info

Wednesday’s matchup between the #Rockets and Nets is a rare opportunity for Houston to improve its 2023 draft lottery outlook by winning.

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Mac Engel: One of the biggest Dallas Mavericks’ problems is their biggest big: Christian Wood

After the Dallas Mavericks season is humanly put down, their Superstar Slovenian should go to a Croatian beach for a month, while Luka Doncic’s bosses need to be honest with themselves about his teammates.

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Liquid Death taps Rockets star Jalen Green as new ambassador

Second-year #Rockets star Jalen Green is the first-ever NBA ambassador for non-alcoholic beverage company Liquid Death. Here’s a look at what the unique partnership entails.

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Immanuel Quickley outduels Kevin Porter Jr. as Knicks blast weary Rockets

Kevin Porter Jr. bounced back from an off night with 26 points on strong efficiency, but it wasn’t nearly enough on a career game by New York’s Immanuel Quickley. #Rockets

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Rockets clinch best possible 2023 draft odds for NBA’s four lottery picks

Praying for Victor (Wembanyama)? If so, Monday’s loss to New York was good for Houston, which clinched maximum odds in the NBA’s 2023 draft lottery. #Rockets

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Immanuel Quickley's 40 points help Knicks rout Rockets

NEW YORK — The ball was passed ahead to Julius Randle with the clock ticking down to its final seconds in the third quarter and Randle, with the defense surrounding him he stepped back and drained a three-point field goal, setting off a loud celebration at Madison Square Garden.

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NBA Power Rankings: Celtics, Nuggets Return to Top Five

Boston is gaining on Milwaukee for the best record in the NBA ahead of a meeting between the two teams this week.

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Rockets at Knicks: Monday’s lineups, injury reports, broadcast and stream info

Jalen Green and the #Rockets haven’t played at Madison Square Garden since November 2021, but that changes Monday in Houston’s final back-to-back of the 2022-23 season.

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Jalen Green delivers in matchup with Evan Mobley, Cavaliers, but Rockets lack help

With 30 points on elite efficiency, Jalen Green did his part in a battle with fellow second-year prospect Evan Mobley in Cleveland. The #Rockets supporting cast, however, was underwhelming.

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Jaylen Brown scores 41, receives standing ovation as Celtics rout Spurs

BOSTON — As well as they have played for most of the season, the Celtics have proven susceptible to losses to inferior opponents. They’ve lost to the Magic three times. More recently, they lost to the Rockets, the worst team in the Western Conference. Those defeats may be pivotal in…

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In return to Cleveland, Rockets praise Kevin Porter Jr.’s personal growth

Sunday was Kevin Porter Jr.’s first time playing in Cleveland since being traded to Houston. Stephen Silas, Rafael Stone, and Cavaliers coach JB Bickerstaff all praised his personal growth.

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Kevin Porter Jr. returns to Cleveland as active player for first time

“KP [Kevin Porter Jr.] is one of the more talented players I’ve had the pleasure of being around,” Larry Nance Jr. says of his ex-teammate. “He is learning to play the point guard position.”

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

Sunday’s Rockets-Cavaliers matchup places Jalen Green and Evan Mobley — the NBA’s No. 2 and No. 3 overall draft picks from the 2021 first round — in the spotlight. #Rockets

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In Memphis blowout, Stephen Silas frustrated by Rockets’ lack of physicality

“We knew the physicality was going to be the number one thing,” #Rockets coach Stephen Silas says of the loss at Memphis. “We were just letting them run around wherever they wanted.”

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Jabari Smith Jr. continues surge as Grizzlies blast Rockets with 151 points

#Rockets rookie Jabari Smith Jr. (20 points, 8 rebounds) continued his strong month and shot very well, but it wasn’t nearly enough versus Luke Kennard and the red-hot Grizzlies.

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Rockets star Jalen Green credits team approach for his recent surge

“I am really just trying to take the shots that my guys get me, instead of forcing all the time and having to jack up shots,” Jalen Green says of his recent surge. #Rockets

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Podcast: Can Rockets change the narrative entering 2023 offseason?

With their most competitive run of form yet, are Jalen Green and the #Rockets improving their perception entering a pivotal 2023 offseason? Today’s @TheLagerLine explores the options.

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