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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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The Rockets and Thunder just put together the biggest, most insignificant trade in NBA history

This might be the biggest trade in NBA history that actually didn't matter

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Podcast: Rockets-Thunder trade reaction and preseason opener preview

In today’s podcast, @BenDuBose and @PauloAlvesNBA share key takeaways from #Rockets training camp, along with a breakdown of Houston’s eight-player trade with OKC.

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Rockets trade four players to OKC for package led by Derrick Favors, future second-round draft pick

The Rockets are trading four veteran players to Oklahoma City in a deal bringing Derrick Favors, a future second-round draft pick, and more to Houston. Here’s our analysis of the move.

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Report: Thunder, Rockets Pull Off Eight-Player Trade

The deal will reportedly result in noteworthy cap implications for both teams entering the 2022–23 season.

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Report: Thunder send Derrick Favors to Rockets in an 8-player deal

The Oklahoma City Thunder will send Derrick Favors to the Houston Rockets in a large deal that includes eight players.

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Rockets working on new offensive sets to best utilize Alperen Sengun

“We are starting five-out, and then we are going into four-out and one-in,” Stephen Silas of Houston’s new-look offense, which aims to best utilize Alperen Sengun. “That is new for us.”

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Jalen Green finding rhythm as his second Rockets season begins

Jalen Green on his start to #Rockets training camp: “I feel like I’ve learned a lot more over the summer and worked a lot on my game to progress and stack days coming into the season.”

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James Harden looks trim and ready. Can he be the Harden of old?

CHARLESTON, S.C. — Can James Harden get back to being his old self?

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Michigan high school football team ends 35-game losing streak

The streak is over for the Rockets!

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As training camp begins, Rockets look to set tone, establish culture

Stephen Silas said Day 1 of #Rockets training camp was the best he’s seen during all his years in the NBA. What did it entail? “Setting a tone, establishing a culture, and a lot of teaching.”

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Even as rookie, Jabari Smith Jr. embracing vocal leadership role for Rockets

“No matter how old you are... you can still make an impact with your voice,” Rockets rookie Jabari Smith Jr. says. “Just being a leader. I feel like it has always been in me.”

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Stephen Silas on Rockets’ training camp opener: ‘Best I’ve ever seen’

After Tuesday’s training camp opener, Stephen Silas told the Rockets: “I’ve been around a lot of day ones in my 20-whatever year career, and this is the best one I’ve ever seen.”

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P.J. Tucker makes an impact at Sixers’ first practice of training camp

CHARLESTON, S.C. — P.J. Tucker is already standing out for the 76ers.

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Rockets rookie Jabari Smith Jr. sees improvements since summer league

After two-plus months at Toyota Center, #Rockets rookie Jabari Smith Jr. explains how his game has changed since summer league. “I feel like I’m a whole different player, honestly.”

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VIDEOS: 2022-23 Houston Rockets media day interviews

If you missed any of Monday’s media day sessions from #Rockets players and executives at Toyota Center, here’s a video roundup courtesy of the @JTGatlin YouTube channel.

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Kevin Porter Jr. in ‘beautiful space’ as Rockets enter 2022-23 season

“Being in the space I am in now and looking back, it’s a beautiful space to be in,” Kevin Porter Jr. says. “I found joy in everyday life, not just getting on the court.”

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Jae’Sean Tate excited by frontcourt pairing with Alperen Sengun

Rockets coach Stephen Silas expressed optimism this offseason regarding a potential Jae’Sean Tate-Alperen Sengun pairing, and Tate explained the benefits at Monday’s media day.

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Rockets issue updated height, weight measurements for 2022-23 roster

In updated #Rockets measurements, Jalen Green and Alperen Sengun have put on weight, while Sengun, Kevin Porter Jr., and Jabari Smith Jr. are taller than their past figures.

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Boban Marjanovic excited for veteran leadership role in Houston

“I can bring a lot of things,” veteran big man Boban Marjanovic says of his potential value to the Rockets. “Not just basketball, but in the locker room, too.”

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Alperen Sengun sees Rockets eventually becoming NBA’s best team

Conducting a full interview in English for the first time, young Rockets center Alperen Sengun made his championship plans known. “We're gonna be the best in this league, one day.”

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With added strength, Jalen Green hopes for All-Star berth, more wins in second NBA season

After adding approximately 10 pounds of offseason weight, Jalen Green says he’s ready for more wins and a potential NBA All-Star nod in his second Rockets season.

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