Jed Katz

Joined: Jul 6, 2024

Jed is a student at the University of Wisconsin-Madison majoring in journalism. He also contributes at several other basketball outlets, including has his own basketball blog and podcast — The Sixth Man Report.

Jan 14, 2026; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Brooklyn Nets forward Michael Porter Jr. (17) and center Nic Claxton (33) head to the locker room after the game against the New Orleans Pelicans at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

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Houston is trying to get where New York just finished.

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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Houston's star isn't untradeable after two seasons with the Rockets.

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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Rockets fans should be watching to see what a few teams do as Houston looks to break into title contention next year.

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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Houston needs two major improvements from the All-Star big man.

Mar 28, 2026; San Jose, CA, USA; Purdue Boilermakers guard Braden Smith (3) dribbles the ball against the Arizona Wildcats in the second half during an Elite Eight game of the West Regional of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at SAP Center. Mandatory Credit: Eakin Howard-Imagn Images

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The Athletic's latest NBA mock draft has Houston banking on two Big Ten stars.

Oct 24, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant (7) talks with center Alperen Sengun (28) during the first quarter against the Detroit Pistons at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

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The NBA is transitioning to a league where all 30 teams are now competing to win. Can the Houston Rockets survive that reality?

Apr 29, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Houston Rockets player Fred VanVleet watches game action 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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Restructuring VanVleet's contract for the second year in a row would do wonders for the Rockets.

Mar 21, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant (7) reacts to a game-winning basket by guard Amen Thompson (1) against the Miami Heat at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images

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Houston has some gems in the form of players and draft picks.

Feb 21, 2026; New York, New York, USA; New York Knicks guard Jose Alvarado (5) drives past Houston Rockets guard Reed Sheppard (15) in the fourth quarter at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

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Houston desperately needs point guard depth, but the price tag is just as important.

May 19, 2026; New York, New York, USA; New York Knicks guards Jalen Brunson (11) and Landry Shamet (44) celebrate after defeating the Cleveland Cavaliers in overtime in game one of the eastern conference finals during the 2026 NBA playoffs at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

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It's impossible to ignore New York right now. This summer, a few key contributors to a potential championship team could attract interest from Houston.