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Amsal Madhani

Amsal Madhani

Joined: Sep 16, 2024

Amsal is a graduate of The University of Texas at Austin with a Bachelor's in Journalism and a Minor in Business. He was born and raised in Houston, Texas and specializes in coverage of the Houston Rockets.

Nov 11, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets guard Jalen Green (4) dunks against the Washington Wizards in the first quarter at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images
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Rockets Storm Past Wizards Behind Alperen Şengün's 27 Points

The Houston Rockets blow past the Washington Wizards 107-92, behind a strong shooting performance from star center Alperen Şengün.

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Nov 8, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams (8) shoots beside Houston Rockets guard Jalen Green (4) during the first quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images
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Rockets Struggle Defensively, Leads to Blowout Loss to Thunder

The Houston Rockets couldn't contain the Oklahoma City Thunder on Friday night, leading to a blowout loss 126-107.

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Nov 6, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun (28) celebrates with guard Fred VanVleet (5) after a play during the second quarter against the San Antonio Spurs at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images
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VanVleet's Strong Performance leads Rockets Past Spurs 127-99

The Houston Rockets move to 5-3 on the season as it blows out the San Antonio Spurs 127-99 on Wednesday night.

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Nov 4, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun (28) grabs a rebound away from New York Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns (32) during the second quarter at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images
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Alperen Şengün's Strong Night Leads Rockets Past Knicks 109-97

The Houston Rockets took care of business at home, squeezing past the New York Knicks 109-97 behind Alperen Şengün's 25 points.

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Oct 31, 2024; Dallas, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets guard Jalen Green (4) celebrates with Houston Rockets forward Tari Eason (17) during the second half against the Dallas Mavericks at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
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Houston Rockets: Jalen Green Has Come Into His Own as the Closer

The Houston Rockets have had an issue closing out games in the past, but have found their solution in Jalen Green.

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Oct 26, 2024; San Antonio, Texas, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Julian Champagnie (30) goes after a ball between Houston Rockets forward Tari Eason (17) and guard Fred VanVleet (5) in the second half at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Dunn-Imagn Images
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Houston Rockets: Tari Eason's Impact is Felt to Begin the Season

Tari Eason missed a chunk of last season due to a lower leg injury, but has returned for the Houston Rockets and is already making an impact through four games.

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Oct 28, 2024; San Antonio, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets guard Jalen Green (4) shoots over San Antonio Spurs forward Jeremy Sochan (10) during the first half at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
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Jalen Green Off to Hot Start Despite Rockets' Offensive Struggles

Houston Rockets guard Jalen Green has picked up right where he left off in March of last season, off to a hot start to the 2024-2025 NBA season.

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Oct 26, 2024; San Antonio, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets guard Jalen Green (4) shoots over San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama (1) in the second half at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Dunn-Imagn Images
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Houston Rockets Squeeze Past San Antonio Spurs Behind Jalen Green's 36 Points

The Houston Rockets shocked the San Antonio Spurs on Monday night, squeezing past them 106-101 behind Jalen Green's hot shooting night.

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Oct 23, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun (28) drives with the ball after a rebound during the second quarter against the Charlotte Hornets at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images
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Charlotte Hornets Squeeze Past Houston Rockets Despite Strong Outing from Şengün

The Houston Rockets start the 2024-2025 NBA regular season with a tough loss, dropping an 18-point lead to the Charlotte Hornets 110-105.

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Oct 17, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets guard Jalen Green (4) dribbles against the San Antonio Spurs in the fourth quarter at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images
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Rockets Opener: Houston's Outlook vs. Charlotte Hornets

The Houston Rockets will open the 2024-2025 NBA regular season at the Toyota Center on Wednesday against the Charlotte Hornets.

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Oct 17, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets forward Amen Thompson (1) dunks against San Antonio Spurs guard Stephon Castle (5) in the third quarter at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images
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Houston Rockets: Lessons Learned from Preseason

Houston Rockets head coach Ime Udoka got a chance to see his full rotation in action during preseason. Here's a look at what worked, what needs to be worked on and what limitations this young squad has heading into the regular season.

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Oct 15, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets center Steven Adams (12) rebounds against the New Orleans Pelicans during the second quarter at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Erik Williams-Imagn Images
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Houston Rockets: Steven Adams' Presence Being Felt in Preseason

The Houston Rockets were in dire need of a back-up center behind star Alperen Şengün, but the acquisition of veteran Steven Adams has already proven to fill in the void the team was missing.

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