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Trenton Whiting

Trenton Whiting

Joined: Dec 2, 2024

Trenton is a Houston-born, Pearland-raised University of Houston graduate who first developed his love for journalism while in school. He began his professional career as a sports reporter for a newspaper in Columbus, Texas, before becoming the managing editor.

Mar 27, 2025; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun (28) drives into Utah Jazz forward KJ Martin (left) during the second half at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images
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The Rockets Avoid a Letdown Against the Jazz

The Houston Rockets took care of business against the Utah Jazz, holding on against several attempts by Utah to make the game close.

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Mar 25, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets forward Jabari Smith Jr. (10) celebrates with guard Fred VanVleet (5) after scoring a basket during the fourth quarter against the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images
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Houston Rockets Have Only Nine Games to Claim Second Seed

The Houston Rockets are in a good position to secure the No. 2 seed in the Western Conference, but there are a few hurdles to clear before they cross the finish line.

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Mar 25, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun (28) celebrates with forward Dillon Brooks (9) after scoring a basket during the third quarter against the Atlanta Hawks at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images
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Who Will Rise in the Postseason for the Rockets?

Teams in the West have struggled lately as the conference has grown cold. The Houston Rockets have stayed hot, playing some of the best basketball in the league in the last 10 games. Will their late-season success translate to the postseason?

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Mar 23, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun (28) looks to pass the ball during the fourth quarter against the Denver Nuggets at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images
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Despite Loss, Rockets Gain Ground in Race for Second Seed

The Houston Rockets' most recent loss to the Denver Nuggets brought the Rockets closer to the rest of the field in the Western Conference. However, the teams trailing Houston have lost since, giving the Rockets a slightly larger lead for the No. 2 seed.

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Mar 23, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets guard Jalen Green (4) defends as Denver Nuggets guard Russell Westbrook (4) controls the ball during the fourth quarter at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images
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Tough Loss Tightens Seeding Race for the Rockets

The Houston Rockets dropped a difficult game against the Denver Nuggets without Denver's best player. The Nuggets inched closer to Houston's second seed with the victory.

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Mar 21, 2025; Miami, Florida, USA; Houston Rockets guard Jalen Green (4) drives past Miami Heat guard Davion Mitchell (45) in the first half at Kaseya Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Rassol-Imagn Images
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The Rockets Face Final Tests of the Season

The Houston Rockets have some difficult matchups before they reach the postseason, and some could have seeding implications.

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Mar 21, 2025; Miami, Florida, USA; Houston Rockets forward Tari Eason (17) passes around Miami Heat forward Andrew Wiggins (22) as center Bam Adebayo (13) closes in during the first half at Kaseya Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Rassol-Imagn Images
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The Rockets Are Feeling Healthy Entering the Season’s Last Games

With Amen Thompson's return to the lineup, the Houston Rockets are healthier than they've been in a while, just in time for the end of the regular season.

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Mar 19, 2025; Orlando, Florida, USA; Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun (28) shoots against Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner (22) during the second half at Kia Center. Mandatory Credit: Mike Watters-Imagn Images
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Can the Rockets Be a Factor in the Postseason?

The Houston Rockets have climbed back to the second seed in the Western Conference and have guaranteed at least a spot in the play-in. Can the Rockets keep up against the other battle-tested teams in the postseason?

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Mar 19, 2025; Orlando, Florida, USA; Houston Rockets forward Tari Eason (17) drives around Orlando Magic forward Paolo Banchero (5) during the second half at Kia Center. Mandatory Credit: Mike Watters-Imagn Images
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Free-Throw Shooting Pushes Rockets to Eighth Straight Victory

The Houston Rockets are the worst free-throw shooting team in the league, but they used one of their best nights from the charity stripe to extend their winning streak.

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Mar 17, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets head coach Ime Udoka reacts after a play during overtime against the Philadelphia 76ers at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images
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Stakes Are High for Rockets in Season’s Endgame

The Rockets enter the season's final stretch with a narrow lead for the second seed in the Western Conference. Their journey increases in difficulty and importance as they proceed.

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Mar 17, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets guard Jalen Green (4) greets Philadelphia 76ers guard Quentin Grimes (5) after the game at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images
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Green and Smith Jr. Save Rockets From Sloppy Start

The Houston Rockets seemed destined for a tough defeat to a short-handed Philadelphia team, but they relied on some of their top young talent to secure the franchise's biggest comeback.

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Mar 14, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Dallas Mavericks center Dwight Powell (7) and Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun (28) jump for the tip off in the first half at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images
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Not Many Home Games Remaining for the Rockets

The Rockets have performed significantly better at home than away this season. However, they'll be on the road more often than not to end the season, and they'll need to succeed to keep their place in the standings.

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