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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.

Jan 18, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets center Steven Adams (12) is helped off the court after an injury against the New Orleans Pelicans during the fourth quarter at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Erik Williams-Imagn Images
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The Houston Rockets are depending on the return of their vets to help maximize their younger teammates. Will they be able to return to the same level of play after injuries?

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Apr 21, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant (7) looks on from the court in the second half of game two of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs against the Los Angeles Lakers at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images
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Houston's future Hall-of-Famer has brought plenty of experience to the court, as well as to his young teammates. Can he bring more to the team to help the Rockets elevate into contention?

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May 1, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun (28) handles the ball against Los Angeles Lakers center Deandre Ayton (5) during the first quarter game six of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Erik Williams-Imagn Images
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While some of his struggles have been on his own play, there are real problems with the roster construction that make things difficult for the team's All-Star center.

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May 1, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets guard Amen Thompson (1) shoots outside against the Los Angeles Lakers during the first quarter game six of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Erik Williams-Imagn Images
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The Houston Rockets may have to make some tough decisions regarding their highest value assets to elevate the team to the next level.

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