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April 30, 2019; Oakland, CA, USA; Houston Rockets guard Chris Paul (3) before game two of the second round of the 2019 NBA Playoffs against the Golden State Warriors at Oracle Arena. The Warriors defeated the Rockets 115-109. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images

Houston's former point guard, a future Hall of Fame player, announced his plans to retire after being released by the Toronto Raptors.

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Houston's former point guard, a future Hall of Fame player, announced his plans to retire after being released by the Toronto Raptors.

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Feb 11, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun (28) drives to the net against Los Angeles Clippers center Brook Lopez (11) in the second half at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images

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The Houston Rockets are finally getting some necessary rest to manage any injuries and get a mental reset as the year enters the final stretch. To reach where the team wants to go, Houston must reach a few checkpoint goals before the end of the season.

Jan 31, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets head coach Ime Udoka and forward Kevin Durant (7) and guard Reed Sheppard (15) look on during a play during the first quarter against the Dallas Mavericks at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

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Although the Houston Rockets have flashed inconsistency through the first half of the season, they're viewed as being on schedule.

Feb 10, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant (7) reacts after a play during the third quarter against the Los Angeles Clippers at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

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Houston's season could've looked very different.

Apr 26, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; Houston Rockets guard Fred VanVleet talks to media members after game three of first round for the 2024 NBA Playoffs at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

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Houston Rockets injured point guard Fred VanVleet joined the home TV broadcast on Tuesday during the game. Here's what he had to say.

Dec 26, 2023; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets guard Fred VanVleet (5) reacts after a foul call against the Indiana Pacers during the fourth quarter at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Erik Williams-Imagn Images

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Although the Houston Rockets have been banking on Fred VanVleet to return from a torn ACL, that likely won't be happening.

Nov 1, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun (28) defended by Boston Celtics center Chris Boucher (99) during the first half at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Paul Rutherford-Imagn Images

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With plenty of effective players on the buyout market right now, who could the Rockets bring in to help mitigate their weaknesses?

Feb 11, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant (7) reacts to his basket against the Los Angeles Clippers in the second half at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images

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Houston's most recent stretch of basketball should have fans and the organization legitimately concerned for the rest of the season.

Feb 7, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Houston Rockets Head Coach Ime Udoka talks to Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant (7) during a time out against the Oklahoma City Thunder in the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

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The Houston Rockets dropped their final game before the regular season after blowing a double-digit lead and performing poorly in the clutch. Some of the rotations used during the game indicate an unwillingness to adapt by Houston's coaching staff.

Feb 5, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets forward Jabari Smith Jr. (10) blocks a shot by Charlotte Hornets guard Tre Mann (23) during the fourth quarter at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Erik Williams-Imagn Images

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The Houston Rockets are having one of their best shot blocking seasons in decades.

Oct 2, 2022; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets general manager Rafael Stone smiles before the preseason game against the San Antonio Spurs at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

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The Houston Rockets' decision to pass on James Harden at the trade deadline was viewed as a justifiable one by former Rockets forward Chandler Parsons.

Feb 7, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Houston Rockets Head Coach Ime Udoka talks to Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant (7) and guard Reed Sheppard (15) during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

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The Houston Rockets' offense lacks movement and fluidity, which is a major concern.

Jan 28, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets general manager Rafael Stone watches during practice before the game against the San Antonio Spurs at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

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In the latest mock draft, the Houston Rockets land a do-it-all big man in the first-round.

Feb 11, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard (2) is defended by Houston Rockets forward Tari Eason (17) in the first quarter at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images

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The Houston Rockets suffered a loss against the Clippers at home before the All-Star break.

Feb 5, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets forward Jabari Smith Jr. (10) warms up prior to a game against the Charlotte Hornets at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Erik Williams-Imagn Images

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Jabari Smith has had an up-and-down season, but recently, he has been playing some of the best basketball of his career.

Feb 10, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard (2) reacts after a play during the third quarter against the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

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The Houston Rockets defeated the Los Angeles Clippers 102-95. Here is what happened pregame, postgame, and everything in between.

Jan 11, 2026; Sacramento, California, USA; Houston Rockets head coach Ime Udoka looks on during the second quarter against the Sacramento Kings at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Justine Willard-Imagn Images

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Houston could be down several contributors tonight.

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The Houston Rockets defeated the Los Angeles Clippers 102-95. Here is what happened pregame, postgame, and everything in between.

Feb 7, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Houston Rockets forward Tari Eason (17) drives past Oklahoma City Thunder guard Aaron Wiggins (21) during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

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The Houston Rockets have the chance to climb the standings despite some pitfalls throughout the season. They'll be depending on each of their main rotation players to give themselves a chance at ending the season strong. Who will they lean on the most?

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Houston Rockets forward Jabari Smith Jr. has earned the praise of ESPN's Kendrick Perkins.

Feb 10, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant (7) celebrates with forward Tari Eason (17) after scoring a basket during the first quarter against the Los Angeles Clippers at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

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The Houston Rockets took a noticeable drop in NBC Sports' most recent power rankings.

Feb 3, 2026; Hartford, Connecticut, USA; UConn Huskies forward Tarris Reed Jr. (5) reacts with guard Silas Demary Jr. (2) as they take on the Xavier Musketeers in the first half at PeoplesBank Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images

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In the latest mock draft, the Houston Rockets walk away with a dominant center, which is much needed, based on Houston's age at the center position.

Feb 10, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets forward Tari Eason (17) celebrates with forward Kevin Durant (7) after scoring a basket during the first half against the Los Angeles Clippers at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

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The Houston Rockets took care of the LA Clippers at home on Tuesday night. Here are three takeaways from this key win.

Feb 7, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant (7) walks onto the court after a time out against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

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Houston's shortcomings after the trade deadline have been apparent to all.

Apr 26, 2022; Miami, Florida, USA; Atlanta Hawks guard Lou Williams arrives prior to game five of the first round for the 2022 NBA playoffs against the Miami Heat at FTX Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-Imagn Images

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Although Alperen Sengun didn't take Ime Udoka's comments personal, regarding his lack of defense, not everyone took the Houston Rockets' coach's comments the same way.