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Derek Parker

Derek Parker

Joined: Apr 24, 2024

Derek is the Publisher for InsideTheThunder.com and Draft Digest for Fan Nation, powered by Sports Illustrated. He has been a sports writer in the Oklahoma City market for five years now, primarily covering the Oklahoma City Thunder and NBA Draft.

Nov 4, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets forward Dillon Brooks (9) controls the ball during the game against the New York Knicks at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images
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Houston Rockets vs. San Antonio Spurs Injury Report

Fresh off a big win over the Knicks, Houston will look to keep it up against the Spurs.

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Oct 31, 2024; Dallas, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets center Steven Adams (12) warms up before the game against the Dallas Mavericks at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
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Houston Rockets vs. New York Knicks Injury Report

Houston will look to take on Eastern Conference foe New York tonight with a healthy squad.

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Mar 21, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets guard Fred VanVleet (5, right) talks with Houston Rockets forward Amen Thompson (1) prior to the game against the Chicago Bulls at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Erik Williams-Imagn Images
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Does Amen Thompson Deserve Fred VanVleet’s Minutes?

The Houston Rockets might consider transposing its guard minutes sooner rather than later.

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Apr 7, 2024; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic (77) guards Houston Rockets guard Fred VanVleet (5) during the second quarter at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Dieb-Imagn Images
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Rockets Hope to Best Luka Doncic, Mavericks on Halloween

Houston will look to stay afloat versus Dallas tonight.

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Oct 25, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun (28) drives with the ball during the fourth quarter against the Memphis Grizzlies at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images
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Houston Rockets Mettle Will be Tested in Next Five Games

After an easier start to the season, the Houston Rockets will be thoroughly tested in the next five games.

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Oct 28, 2024; San Antonio, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets guard Jalen Green (4) reacts after scoring a three-point basket during the first half against the San Antonio Spurs at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
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Jalen Green Showing Early Signs of Stardom for Rockets

Jalen Green is finally coming into his own as a Houston Rocket.

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Jan 26, 2024; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (1) moves against Houston Rockets guard Fred VanVleet (5) during the first quarter at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Nell Redmond-Imagn Images
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Rockets to Take on Much-Improved Charlotte Hornets

We could learn a lot from Houston’s impending season-starting bout with Charlotte.

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Oct 17, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets guard Jalen Green (4) reacts after colliding with the goal post against the San Antonio Spurs in the fourth quarter at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images
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Is Jalen Green’s Deal Worth It for Houston Rockets?

Jalen Green has finally signed a long-awaited extension with the Rockets. But was it worth it for Houston?

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Oct 15, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun (28) handles the ball against the New Orleans Pelicans during the fourth quarter at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Erik Williams-Imagn Images
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Houston Rockets Lock In Alperen Sengun to Five-Year Contract

Houston has locked in its star player to a five-year contract.

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Oct 15, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets guard Reed Sheppard (15) warms up prior to the game against the New Orleans Pelicans at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Erik Williams-Imagn Images
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Ranking the Houston Rockets’ Best Trade Assets

The Rockets have one of the better young cores in the league. But where does it stand in terms of value?

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Oct 9, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams (8) is defended by Houston Rockets guard Reed Sheppard (15) on a drive to the basket during the second quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images
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Rockets' Rookie Reed Sheppard Shines in Preseason Versus OKC Thunder

Houston’s newest guard saw a better game in his second preseason performance Wednesday.

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Sep 30, 2024; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets guard Fred VanVleet (5) during Houston Rockets media day. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images
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Fred VanVleet’s Presence Missed in Rockets’ Preseason Bout with Thunder

Houston’s floor general was missed in the team’s second preseason game against the Oklahoma City Thunder.

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