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Rockets rookie Jabari Smith Jr. sidelined by left ankle sprain

#Rockets rookie Jabari Smith Jr. will miss Friday’s preseason game with a sprained left ankle, though assistant coach John Lucas says it is “more precautionary.”

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Oct. 5 Rockets practice interviews: Jalen Green, John Lucas, Eric Gordon

Jalen Green, Eric Gordon, and assistant coach John Lucas met with the media after Wednesday’s Rockets practice. Here’s what they had to say.

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Rockets pick up contract options on Jalen Green, other 2021 first-round draft picks

To no surprise, the Rockets are reportedly picking up the third-year contract options on Jalen Green, Alperen Sengun and the remainder of Houston’s 2021 first-round draft class.

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2023 NBA mock draft: ESPN projects Victor Wembanyama to Rockets

In a newly released 2023 NBA mock draft, ESPN projects Victor Wembanyama to the Rockets at No. 1 overall, and he looked the part in Tuesday’s battle with Scoot Henderson.

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Rockets, Fertitta family hosting Hurricane Ian relief drive at Toyota Center

The Fertitta family, Rockets, and Harris County Precinct 1 Constable Alan Rosen are hosting a Hurricane Ian relief drive, and fans who donate at least seven items will get a ticket voucher.

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Rockets see Jabari Smith Jr. as ‘just scratching the surface’ of his potential

#Rockets assistant coach John Lucas on Jabari Smith Jr.: “He is just scratching the surface. I think he has a chance to really be good. Jabari knows how to play.”

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Rockets increasingly experimenting with KJ Martin at small forward

After drafting Jabari Smith Jr., minutes at power forward are hard to come by in Houston. That’s why KJ Martin and the Rockets are working on a plan for him to play more at small forward.

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John Lucas compares Rockets rookie Jabari Smith Jr. to Spurs legend David Robinson

#Rockets assistant coach John Lucas worked with David Robinson in San Antonio, and he sees similarities in the demeanor and leadership of Jabari Smith Jr., even as a rookie.

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NBA GM survey: Tari Eason viewed as biggest steal in 2022 draft

In NBA.com’s annual GM survey, Rockets rookie Tari Eason finished tied for first on the question of biggest steal relative to his 2022 draft slot.

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Without designed plays, Rockets rookie Tari Eason making a big impact

Tari Eason (21 points, 10 rebounds) to @BigSargeSportz after his #Rockets debut: “Plays aren’t really run for me, anyway, so I’m just used to finding open spaces and getting it on my own.”

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As distractions ease, Stephen Silas ready for first normal season in Houston

“It is for sure different from Year 1 and Year 2,” Stephen Silas says of the 2022-23 Rockets. “I might have a few more gray hairs because of those first couple of years.”

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Report: David Nwaba traveling with Thunder to Denver for preseason game

David Nwaba is the most likely of the remaining three players acquired from the Houston Rockets to stay with the team.

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Josh Christopher, Rockets unveil player inspired merchandise line

Here’s an early look at the player inspired merchandise line from Josh Christopher (@Jaygup23) and the @HoustonRockets, which goes on sale this Saturday at Toyota Center.

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PHOTOS: Rockets pose for portraits at 2022-23 media day

Jalen Green, Jabari Smith Jr., Alperen Sengun, and Kevin Porter Jr. are among many #Rockets who took part in official media day photo shoots at the opening of training camp.

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Bruno Fernando thriving for Rockets with new contract, new energy

Bruno Fernando on landing a standard NBA contract with the Rockets: “I am excited about what is being built around here, and I felt like this would be the right spot for me.”

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Takeaways: Jabari Smith Jr., Tari Eason have dazzling debuts as Rockets blast Spurs

Jabari Smith Jr. put on a show with 21 points (6-of-8 on 3-pointers) in 24 minutes as Houston crushed San Antonio in the preseason opener. Here’s a look at postgame interviews and analysis.

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Former Celtics center Bruno Fernando to sign 4 year-$10.9 million deal with Houston Rockets

Fernando will soon have a little more money in the bank to do what he will with.

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Rockets convert Bruno Fernando to standard contract for up to four years

The Rockets are reportedly giving Bruno Fernando a standard NBA contract for up to four years, which will soon require a release elsewhere on the roster.

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Kevin Porter Jr. impressed by Usman Garuba’s growth for Rockets

Kevin Porter Jr. on Usman Garuba’s offseason progress: “Usman came back looking a lot faster. He’s looking good. He’s more coordinated. He’s knowing his spots on defense.”

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

Top rookie Jabari Smith Jr. will make his Toyota Center debut when the #Rockets open preseason play by hosting the Spurs on Sunday night. Tipoff is at 6:00 p.m. Central.

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Thunder-Rockets 8-player trade official: New details emerged on deal

The eight-player trade is official.

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Rockets legends Elvin Hayes, Calvin Murphy named to Houston Sports Hall of Fame

#Rockets greats Elvin Hayes and Calvin Murphy (@CalvinMurphyHOF) are being named to the Houston Sports Hall of Fame as part of the upcoming Class of 2023.

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Rockets leaning on Eric Gordon as both leader and important player

Eric Gordon continues to serve as a key veteran leader for the Rockets, but he carries significant value as a player, too. “Everyone has a good attitude, and the positivity is there,” Gordon says.

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Jabari Smith Jr. already bringing defensive mindset, culture to Rockets

“The effort he gives defensively is something that carries over to his teammates,” Stephen Silas says of Jabari Smith. “Having someone out there that loves to play defense is big for us.”

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Report: Rockets converting Bruno Fernando to two-way contract

The Rockets have been impressed by Bruno Fernando in training camp, and HoopsHype’s @MikeAScotto reports that he is being converted from an Exhibit 10 deal to a two-way contract.

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