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Oct 21, 2025; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) keeps the ball away from Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant (7) during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander took a traditional path to the NBA.

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Apr 26, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun (28) reacts after a play during the second quarter against the Los Angeles Lakers during game four of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

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Alperen Sengun is the first player from Turkey to earn multiple NBA All-Star selections.

Mar 31, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant (7) dribbles the ball as New York Knicks forward/guard Og Anunoby (8) defends during the first quarter at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

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The Knicks took a starkly different front office approach from the Rockets, relying on trades and free agency to build an NBA championship roster.

Mar 16, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant (7) talks with Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) on the court during the second quarter at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

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Kevin Durant and LeBron James recorded a song together nearly 15 years ago, even if very few heard it

Apr 29, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun (28) shoots against Los Angeles Lakers center Deandre Ayton (5) during the second half in game five of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

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The Houston Rockets received a positive ranking in Bleacher Report’s long-term NBA power rankings.

Apr 21, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) defends Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant (7) in the first half of game two of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs against the Houston Rockets at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

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LeBron James signed with the Philadelphia 76ers during free agency, giving the franchise another superstar to play alongside Joel Embiid, Jaylen Brown, and Tyrese Maxey.

Aug 5, 2024; Paris, FRANCE; United States guard Kevin Durant poses for a photograph during the Paris 2024 Olympic Summer Games at Team USA House. Mandatory Credit: John David Mercer-USA TODAY Sports

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Kevin Durant wants to continue his involvement with Team USA beyond his playing career.

Apr 7, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant (7) against the Phoenix Suns at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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Kevin Durant finished in the top 10 of the NBA's most recent regular-season MVP Ladder, but would need a huge season to climb higher

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A center is added, as a guard is removed, as Houston continues to tweak its roster in advance of training camp

May 1, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets guard Amen Thompson (1) rebounds against the Los Angeles Lakers during the third quarter of game six of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Erik Williams-Imagn Images

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Amen Thompson could have a breakthrough season with the Houston Rockets, and it's needed to put the team in contention

Feb 8, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving (11) and Houston Rockets forward Amen Thompson (1) in action during the game between the Dallas Mavericks and the Houston Rockets at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

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Kyrie Irving continues to surface in NBA trade speculation.

Apr 29, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun (28) moves the ball against Los Angeles Lakers forward Jake LaRavia (12) during the second half in game five of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

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ESPN projects the Houston Rockets to take another step forward in 2026-27, but is it enough to be a contender compared to the Spurs and Thunder?

Apr 21, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant (7) looks on from the court in the second half of game two of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs against the Los Angeles Lakers at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

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Who stood out for the Houston Rockets throughout the 2025-2026 NBA season, as we look ahead to the new season

Aug 10, 2024; Paris, France; United States shooting guard Stephen Curry (4) and guard LeBron James (6) and guard Kevin Durant (7) celebrate with their gold medals on the podium after defeating France in the men's basketball gold medal game during the Paris 2024 Olympic Summer Games at Accor Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rob Schumacher-USA TODAY Sports

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Kevin Durant is recognized as one of the top talents of his generation, and this is where he fits for a full decade, along with LeBron James and Stephen Curry

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Durant's connection to Texas is extending beyond professional basketball.

Feb 8, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Mavericks guard Klay Thompson (31) during the game between the Dallas Mavericks and the Houston Rockets at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

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Klay Thompson is expected to sign with the Miami Heat.

May 1, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets guard Reed Sheppard (15) warms up prior to game six of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs against the Los Angeles Lakers at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Erik Williams-Imagn Images

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The Houston Rockets have a prime opportunity to cash in on a Sixth Man of the Year candidate.

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Kevin Durant is considered one of the top players in the NBA at 37 years old.

May 1, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun (28) helps up Houston Rockets guard Amen Thompson (1) against the Los Angeles Lakers during the second quarter of game six of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Erik Williams-Imagn Images

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The Rockets On SI staff debates who will be Houston’s best player by the end of the season, with Kevin Durant, Amen Thompson and Alperen Sengun in the mix.

Nov 3, 2018; Chicago, IL, USA; Houston Rockets forward Carmelo Anthony (7) reacts after scoring a three pointer against the Chicago Bulls during the first half at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-USA TODAY Sports

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From Carmelo Anthony to Joe Johnson, not all of their Rockets stints were memorable, even though they were big names

Nov 16, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets guard Reed Sheppard (15) talks with guard Fred VanVleet (right) on the bench during the game against the Orlando Magic at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

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The Rockets enter the 2026-27 season with heightened expectations after back-to-back early playoff exits. Here are the three people facing the most pressure to help Houston take the next step.

Kevin Durant wearing new Houston Rockets uniforms

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Breaking down the Houston Rockets' schedule which starts off easy but winds up with a potentially taxiing March as the season winds down.

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The Houston Rockets made a relatively strong addition in 1996, and it ranks as one of the better short-term signings they've had

Feb 6, 2024; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Houston Rockets forward Amen Thompson (1) shoots the ball while Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton (0) defends in the first half at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports

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Houston Rockets guard Amen Thompson is one of Tyrese Haliburton’s favorite players to watch.

Mar. 22, 2008; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Houston Rockets guard (1) Tracy McGrady against the Phoenix Suns at the US Airways Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

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Basketball Hall of Famer Tracy McGrady has yet to have his jersey number retired by an NBA franchise, and Houston should be the first