Phoenix Suns vs. Houston Rockets - November 24, 2025

🏀 THURSDAY'S FINAL SCORES 🏀 Chris Mañon and the @Lakers improve to 4-0 and advance to the NBA Summer League Semifinals! Arthur Kaluma: 14 PTS, 4 REB Cameron Carr: 14 PTS

🏀 THURSDAY'S FINAL SCORES 🏀 Bruce Thornton drops a game-high 23 PTS as the @HoustonRockets improve to 3-1 in Las Vegas! Tristen Newton: 20 PTS (7-13 FGM), 6 REB Egor Dёmin: 21 PTS, 5 3PM

🏀 THURSDAY'S FINAL SCORES 🏀 Bruce Thornton drops a game-high 23 PTS as the @HoustonRockets improve to 3-1 in Las Vegas! Tristen Newton: 20 PTS (7-13 FGM), 6 REB Egor Dёmin: 21 PTS, 5 3PM

🏀 THURSDAY'S FINAL SCORES 🏀 Darin Green Jr. and the @dallasmavs move to 2-2 at NBA Summer League! John Poulakidas: 19 PTS, 5 3PM Sergio de Larrea: 14 AST (game-high) Brooks Barnhizer: 21 PTS, 12 REB, 5 AST

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Live Odds	Spread	O/U	Moneyline
Houston Rockets	-6.5 -112	O 222.5 -114	-250
Phoenix Suns	+6.5 -108	U 222.5 -106	+205

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Khaman Maluach, Rasheer Fleming, and Koa Peat to sit out rest of Summer LeagueThe Phoenix Suns saw enough from their dynamic trio of prospects.

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GM Stone and Coach Udoka will end up on hot seat if Houston Rockets struggleHouston GM Rafael Stone and head coach Ime Udoka shouldn’t feature prominently in any hot seat rankings entering 2026-27, but can’t get too comfortable. Unless

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Suns Shutting Down 3 Summer League StarsThe Phoenix Suns will be without their top players the rest of the way.

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Fleming’s defensive progression was one of Summer League’s biggest winsThe second-year forward quietly showcased the defense and versatility Phoenix will need next season.

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Suns' Lottery Pick Khaman Maluach Dominating NBA Summer LeagueWith NBA Summer League pool play wrapping up, 12 teams are in contention for four spots in the semifinals. The Phoenix Suns, who are 3-1 with a +15 point differ

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Suns' Young Trio Impresses In What Could Be Final Summer League GameThe Suns' veterans are taking notice of their young talent.

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The Suns’ best Summer League decision was letting them playSummer League has been more enjoyable because Phoenix treated reps like they mattered.

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Is Alperen Sengun a Championship-Level Core Player?The Houston Rockets have done a really good job rebuilding their franchise, and they have one of the best young cores in the league. The Rockets' young core is

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Offseason Moves Sure To Backfire 💥Why the Giannis trade and other moves carry loads of risk ➡️

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VOTE: Grade Bruce Thornton in NBA Summer LeagueGive the youngster a report card.

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Ranking the Best Undrafted Players Ever 💎How Caruso, FVV, more hidden gems stack up ➡️

Game Recap: Summer Suns take down Pistons, 100-88The Phoenix Suns secured their third win in four games in Las Vegas today.

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Game Thread: Suns vs. PistonsThe Suns will look to win their third Summer League game in four tries.

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Koa Peat Vows to Make NBA Teams Regret Passing on HimKoa Peat has a little extra motivation after being drafted 30th overall by the Suns.

Game Preview: Summer Suns vs. Summer PistonsThe Suns now face the Pistons in what could be their Summer League finale depending on how it goes.

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Dillon Brooks Predicts LeBron James' Next TeamDillon Brooks thinks LeBron James will end up with another one of the Suns' rivals.

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Trading for Kevin Durant remains the right moveKevin Durant's first regular season with the Rockets could not have gone much better on the court. The 37-year-old star, acquired in a trade from Phoenix for Ja

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Houston's 2000s Mt. Rushmore 🤩See which Rockets were among Houston's top athletes of the century ➡️

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Rockets have to trust the process with Alperen Sengun, Amen ThompsonAlperen Sengun and Amen Thompson are the faces of the Houston Rockets and the franchise should trust that they will continue to grow.

Inside the Suns: Jalen Green, Ryan Dunn, the Suns’ center rotationYour weekly Inside the Suns analysis straight from the BSotS community who live and breathe the team.

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Grading Every Team's Summer-League Rookies 🔠How Bruce Thornton and the rest of the first-year class have fared in Vegas so far ➡️

Khaman Maluach is answering every question the right wayThe stats impress, but Maluach’s confidence, leadership and motor tell the bigger story.

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KD Calls Out Show Hosts️ 🫣Durant not a fan of Colin Cowherd and Nick Wright 📸

KD, Murakami Meet Up ⭐️ (via @MLB/X)

Epic cross-sport collab before MLB All-Star game

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07/14/2026

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Brooks: I'm Bron's Top Hater 🫡The Villain wants his rival back for one more season...in Golden State threads 🎥

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What Suns Said After Finally Announcing Luke Kennard MoveOne of the best shooters in NBA history is officially heading to the Suns.

SBN Reacts: Koby Brea shot his way out of an early Summer League slumpThe sharpshooters last game is an encouraging sign.

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How to Watch Detroit Pistons Summer League Matchup vs. Phoenix SunsThe Detroit Pistons are set to play their final scheduled game of the NBA Summer League on Wednesday against the Phoenix Suns. With a 1-2 record in Summer Leagu

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Hornets Star Grant Williams Reacts to Losing 'Incredible' LaMelo Ball, Miles BridgesIf you haven't heard, the Charlotte Hornets traded Miles Bridges and LaMelo Ball. It was a huge surprise to see the Hornets offload two pieces of the NBA's best

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What will Rockets point guard rotation look like next season?The Houston Rockets have options at point guard. What’s the rotation going to look like?

Suns’ young core impresses in Summer League win over BucksPhoenix’s young core showed cohesion, confidence and the kind of progress that can change timelines. If one were to overreact.

Game Recap: Koa Peat and Khaman Maluach dominate the paint, Suns beat Bucks 95-88Suns bounce back after a rough offensive outing against the Pelicans, move to 2-1 in Vegas.

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07/13/2026

Game Thread: Suns and BucksA Summer League rematch of the 2021 NBA Finals!

Analyzing Reed Sheppard's Fit With Fred VanVleet in the Rockets' BackcourtThe Houston Rockets should have Fred VanVleet at the beginning of next season after he missed all of the previous season with a torn ACL. This will be a huge li

Game Preview: Suns look to bounce back after close loss to PelicansBack-to-back games could mean new rotations and fresh opportunities in Las Vegas.

Where Suns' Top Summer League Players Need to Improve MostThe Suns have three more games left in summer league with a few areas to clean up.

What Suns Said After Miles Bridges Trade Finally Processed The Phoenix Suns finalized their trade with the Charlotte Hornets.

Khaman Maluach and Rasheer Fleming reflect on their second year in Summer LeagueThe two remain the Suns’ most enticing young prospects and are looking to act as leaders for the young squad.

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Top 1st-Rounder in Every Slot Since 2000 🔢LeBron, Steph, and the best of the 30 opening-round picks ➡️

Rockets barely tweaking roster could be Smart move if X-factor pans outUnless there’s a blockbuster deal in the works, Marcus Smart is going to be the biggest addition the Houston Rockets make this offseason. There’s no shame in ru

The Suns’ young core is making opponents feel themThe Suns could not overcome another slow start, but their defensive edge remained clear.

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Teams That Got Worse During Offseason 📉Knicks, Celtics among squads that have moved in the wrong direction 📲

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Predicting 30 Best Players in 2030 🔮Sengun, Thompson, more guys likely to shine at the turn of the decade ➡️

Fred VanVleet says he's on track for start of 2026-27 season after knee injury Rockets general manager Rafael Stone told reporters earlier this week he's optimistic Fred VanVleet will be ready for the start of the 2026-27 season after miss

Game Recap: Khaman Maluach’s brilliance not enough as Suns fall to PelicansThe Suns lost to New Orleans, but Khaman Maluach delivered another encouraging performance.

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NBA Polls! Rockets polls! Get Your SBN NBA Results Here!SBN goes to the Polls! National results! Rockets results! I’ve seen enough!

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3 Takeaways From Suns' First 2 Summer League GamesThe Suns are now 1-1 in Vegas after falling to the New Orleans Pelicans this afternoon.

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NBA Summer League Day 4 😎Tap for stats from Yaxel, Koa Peat and more 📲

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07/12/2026

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Game Thread: Exciting Summer Suns vs New Orleans PelicansThe future of the Phoenix Suns’ front court is on full display in NBA Summer League. Get exctied…

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Fred VanVleet's Expected Return to Starting Lineup Is Huge News for the Rockets The Houston Rockets are expected to welcome back one of their most important veterans when the 2026-27 season tips off. According to Houston Chronicle reporter

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Jordan Goodwin's New Contract With Suns Rewards Years of Hard WorkJordan Goodwin had a crazy journey before earning a long-term contract with Phoenix this summer.

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Game Preview: Suns face the Pelicans in second NBA Summer League matchupPhoenix won its opener, but the young core still has plenty to clean up.

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07/11/2026

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Let’s Do It Again - Rockets VSL Game TwoRockets! Raptors! Ruckus!

NBPA on 2nd Apron 🗣️

Executive director criticizes effect of cap, tax system on teams around league

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Impressive NBA Summer League debut for Rockets draft pick Bruce ThorntonAn impressive debut for the second round pick.

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Rockets May Have Point Guard Solution in Second-Round NBA Draft PickHouston's rookie guard made a statement in their Summer League opener.

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Koa Peat made his first Suns impression hard to ignoreThe rookie played with confidence, physicality, and the exact edge Phoenix is trying to build.

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What Suns' Top Summer League Players Are Hoping to Prove in VegasThe Suns have some key players looking to make a statement in this year's summer league.

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Collin Gillespie Reflects on 'Special' Moment Contract After New Suns ContractCollin Gillespie put his head down and worked no matter what to finally earn a long-term deal.

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The Suns’ young core made the second half worth the waitThe final score matters less than how the Suns’ young players responded after halftime.

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Top NBA Young CoresRanking five teams with best rising stars

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Game Recap: Suns defeat Trail Blazers behind strong second half in Las Vegas, 81-79Phoenix overcame a brutal first half behind Khaman Maluach, Koa Peat, and a second-half surge.

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Rockets Vegas Summer League 2026First Game! The Return of The Nix!

Phoenix Suns' Biggest 2026 Gamble Starts in Las VegasFor the Phoenix Suns, this isn't a typical Summer League.

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Latest Summer League StatsTap in for details 📲

No Team Out For LeBron

NBA insiders Marc Stein and Jake Fischer talk latest signing updates from Rich Paul 🎥

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Game Preview: Summer League opens with a big test for Khaman MaluachFrom Maluach’s matchup with Yang Hansen to Peat’s debut, there is no shortage of intrigue tonight.

4 Suns Players Under The Microscope as Summer League BeginsThese may be obvious, but four Phoenix Suns are under the microscope as Vegas welcomes them.

Amen Thompson Is the Future of the Houston RocketsThe Houston Rockets are a very talented team with a ton of potential. The roster is built around young homegrown players and savvy veterans. The Rockets have ha

What Suns Re-Signing Mark Williams Really Means For Khaman Maluach Last season's No. 10 overall pick once again finds himself buried on the Suns' depth chart.

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SBN Reacts: The Suns are chasing progress, not highlights, in Las VegasHonest evaluation isn’t negativity. It’s an essential part of player development.

Latest Summer League StatsTap in for details 📲

'No Risk' of Suns, Miles Bridges Trade Falling Apart Per InsiderThe Phoenix Suns made a move for Miles Bridges, but it's not official... yet.

Should Kevin Durant lead the 2026-27 Rockets or is it time to move on?Is Kevin Durant worth handing the keys over to lead the 2026-27 Rockets given the rollercoaster-like feel to his first season in Houston? There’s no question th

Utah Jazz's Updated Depth Chart After Hayes, Okogie, Bamba SigningsHere's how the Utah Jazz depth chart stacks up with all 15 roster spots filled for next season.

Ranking Top Summer League Prospects 📊How Cam Boozer, Ace Bailey, more stack up in Vegas ➡️

NBA Offseason Winners & Losers 📊Breaking down both sides of the ledger after transactional chaos ➡️

Will Kevin Durant request a trade from the Rockets?Kevin Durant once hoped to retire with the Houston Rockets, but that doesn’t necessarily mean it will happen.

The Godfather returns: Jerry Colangelo among group bidding for an NBA team in Las VegasThe man who built the Suns from scratch just joined the race for the league’s next expansion franchise, and his group has billions behind it.

Kevin Durant's Detroit Hint Sparks New Rockets Trade DebateThe Houston Rockets acquired Kevin Durant last year in a trade with the Phoenix Suns, and trade rumors are already heating up this offseason. The Houston Rocket

Former Suns Owner Could Land New Vegas NBA TeamA familiar face could become the owner of a potential Phoenix Suns rival.

The Suns have created a smart development path for Khaman MaluachMark Williams gives Phoenix stability today while creating a healthier timeline for Khaman Maluach tomorrow.

3 Second-Apron Teams ProjectedRockets, Warriors and Suns facing a hard cap next season (Spotrac)

Collin Gillespie is why I’m watching the Suns this seasonThis upcoming season will be even more enjoyable than last for one simple reason: Collin Gillespie.

Ranking NBA's Worst Contracts 📊Devin Booker's deal, more of the league's most onerous pacts ➡️

Amen Thompson is reported to be “near untouchable” for RocketsHow high on a player is too high?

Biggest FA Mistakes of the Century 💸Breaking down the 25 worst free-agent contracts since 2000 ➡️

Predicting Next Star Trade Requests 🔮Ant, KD, more big names who could ask out ➡️

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Top NBA Free Agents Left 📊Ranking players still on the market ➡️

Why the NBA hasn’t finalized the Miles Bridges trade yetA multi-team transaction may be keeping the Bridges deal from becoming official.

Rockets Should Pursue Gary Trent Jr. To Add More Shooting DepthThe Houston Rockets still need to address a few areas this offseason before they begin training camp later this summer. The Houston Rockets need to add another

Rockets Rafael Stone needs to better value marginal assetsThe Houston Rockets have a lot of premium assets, but moving forward, they need to manage their marginal ones.

Suns Reacts Survey: Which Suns sophomore needs the biggest Summer League leap?Khaman Maluach, Rasheer Fleming and Koby Brea each enter Las Vegas with different expectations and development goals.

Ranking Top Cheap FAs Still Available 📊Gary Trent Jr., more useful bargain free agents ➡️

Suns Reveal Why They Re-Signed Mark WilliamsThe Phoenix Suns brought their starting center back. Here's what they officially said.

Suns Rookie Koa Peat Has 1 Clear Goal for NBA Summer LeagueThe Suns' newest draft pick is looking to leave his mark in Vegas.

Dorian Finney-Smith Gamble Is Worth It for Knicks If He's Bought OutThe New York Knicks are a bit of a mystery as free agency heads into its second week. The Knicks have the financial wiggle room to add two more veteran minimum

New NBA Power Rankings 📊Where every team stands after a wild start to free agency ➡️

The Anachronism: Koa Peat and the search for a modern home for an old-school fourPhoenix paid a premium for Koa Peat, betting his strength and feel outweigh the shooting questions.

Koby Brea returns to the Suns on a two-way dealPhoenix retains one of its young shooters as Koby Brea returns on a two-way contract.

Suns Bringing Back 2025 2nd-Round Pick on 2-Way ContractThe Suns are reportedly signing back last year's 41st overall pick.

VOTE: Grade the Rockets NBA Free Agency pickupsGive Rafael Stone a grade.

Suns Finalizing New Extension With CEOThe Suns are keeping a key front office member around long term.

Latest Free-Agency Moves ✍️All of the roster moves this summer 📲

Sneaky NBA Free Agency Signings 😏Top 10 moves of offseason so far 📲

Why the Rockets Should Pursue a Trey Murphy III Trade This SummerThe Houston Rockets recently re-signed free agent Tari Eason to a lucrative deal, and yet he seems unhappy. Tari Eason agreed to a five-year, $81.5 million full

Report: Kevin Durant “not untouchable” for Rockets and wants to play with Cade CunninghamYour best source for quality Houston Rockets news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

NBA Mock Trade Has Suns Giving Up on Jalen Green Shockingly EarlyCan the Phoenix Suns afford to move off Jalen Green?

What a Miles Bridges extension could look like for the SunsPhoenix has two extension paths, and both carry different financial consequences.

Dillon Brooks Has New 'Villain' Goal Ahead of New Suns SeasonThe Phoenix Suns' enforcer wants to be smarter ahead of the 2026-27 season.

How Far Can the Hornets Go Next Season After Trading LaMelo Ball and Miles Bridges?After executing trades with the Minnesota Timberwolves and Phoenix Suns, sending out LaMelo Ball and Miles Bridges, there's a lot of uncertainty as to where the

🔴 Live Blog: NBA Rumors & ReportsLeBron James destination watch continues 📲

NBA Rumors & Reports 👀LeBron's free agency in full swing 📲

Suns' Koa Peat Wants to Prove Everybody Wrong After Slipping in NBA DraftKoa Peat believes he should have went higher.

5 Jalen Green trades that could improve the Suns rosterMock trades, get your mock trades here!

Koa Peat's Biggest Weakness is No Problem for SunsThe Phoenix Suns are confident his biggest weakness can turn into a strength.

Rockets Offseason Grades 🔠Reviewing every NBA team's moves so far 📲

Why the Suns could not pursue a Jaylen Brown tradeThe desire for Brown was understandable, but the Suns never had a realistic path to acquiring him.

Ranking Top Trade Targets 🎯Who could be next on the move after Jaylen Brown trade 📲

Utah Jazz Sign Josh Okogie to 2-Year: What It MeansThe Utah Jazz have brought in their second new signing on the free agent market this offseason. And this time, it's to bolster their perimeter defense. Accordin

Dillon Brooks scores 15 in Canada’s victory over Puerto RicoDillon Brooks continued his strong international play in Canada’s win over Puerto Rico.

SBN Reacts: The Suns found their power forward but lost something elseThe Suns addressed a roster weakness while creating a difficult discussion that won’t disappear.

Kevin Durant Trade Rumors: 2 Of The Best Fantasy Landing Spots If He Got TradedTwo NBA teams that would make sense for Kevin Durant to get traded to if Houston were to move him.

Rockets Trade Dorian Finney-Smith to HornetsAnd Here Are Some Second Round Coupons!

Suns unveil Summer League roster for Las VegasKhaman Maluach, Rasheer Fleming and Koa Peat headline Phoenix’s young core in Las Vegas.

Houston Rockets trade Dorian Finney-Smith to Charlotte HornetsThe Houston Rockets are remaking their roster and seeking improved financial flexibility, which is why Dorian Finney-Smith will suit up with the Charlotte Horne

Breaking Down the Charlotte Hornets' Trade for Dorian Finney-SmithWhy did the Hornets' trade for Dorian Finney-Smith? And what comes next?

Koa Peat Headlines Suns' Stacked Summer League RosterThe Phoenix Suns move into Las Vegas with this roster.

Hornets Land Dorian Finney-Smith & More Draft Capital in Trade with Houston RocketsJeff Peterson may be done making significant moves to the Charlotte Hornets roster, but he's not completely done wheeling and dealing just yet. On Friday, the

5 Worst Overpays of Free AgencyDid your team make the list? ✍️

Latest Rumors, ReportsEverything going on across NBA offseason here 📲

Rockets sign Tari Eason to five-year dealRockets fans don’t need to wonder anymore - Eason will remain with the squad

A deep dive on Koa Peat and everything he brings to the Phoenix SunsHere is everything you need to know about the newest member of the Suns, Koa Peat.

NBA Teams' Updated Salary CapWhere everything stands after Day 3 of free agency 📲

Youngest Rockets must improve most to keep Houston from staying groundedThe San Antonio Spurs stole the Houston Rockets’ thunder during these most recent playoffs. If you were told going into the 2025-26 season that a Southwest Divi

NBA to Test FT Change 🤔One free throw rule will be utilized at Summer League. Tap for details 📲

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Houston Rockets Make Smart Move By Re-Signing Tari Eason to Five-Year DealThe Houston Rockets have taken care of one of their most important young players. According to ESPN's Shams Charania, restricted free agent Tari Eason has agree