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Charles Barkley Punched Shaquille O’Neal on National TV and Ran for His Life in Chaotic Scenes 5 Years Ago
NBA legends Shaquille O'Neal and Charles Barkley are one of the funniest duos on TV. Find out what happened when Chuck punched Shaq on TV.
Shaquille O’Neal’s Super Flop Movie, That Clogged a $15 Million Loss for Makers, Once Got Destroyed by Charles Barkley on Camera
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“MJ Looks Naked!”: 6′8″ NBA Legend Wearing Expensive Gold Chains in Rare Photo With Michael Jordan Has Fans Going Berserk
NBA all-time greats Michael Jordan and Patrick Ewing have had some fiery battles over the years. A rare iconic photo of the legends was shared on Twitter.
“I Had to Cut Grass, Walk Dogs, Babysit..”: Shaquille O’Neal Once Took His Michael Jordan Fandom Too Far Only to Face Disappointment
In the 1990s, NBA superstar Shaquille O'Neal was one of the very few players to beat all-time great Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bulls in the playoffs.
“What The F**k Are You Doing In The Offseason?”: 7 Ft NBA Giant Gets Called Out By Unimpressed Former All Star For Missing A Bag of Moves; Shaquille O’Neal Reacts
7-foot big man was criticised by former NBA All-star for his lack of offensive threat and NBA legend Shaquille O'Neal couldn't help but react.
“That S**t Be Rough”: Rockets Legend Admits to “Sleepless Nights” Over Michael Jordan and Having to Guard Him vs Bulls
Houston Rockets legend talked about having sleepless nights due to the fear of guarding Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bulls.
“They Were Too Little, That’s Why Shaq Got Them”: Irked Rockets Legend Rips Apart Michael Jordan Over a Career Long Question Mark on the GOAT’s Legacy
Former Rockets star believes the legacy of Michael Jordan would have been affected had he not retired before the 1993-94 season.
NBA Legend With More Rings Than Michael Jordan Vents Anger at “Old” Charles Barkley and Scottie Pippen for Ruining His Career at Rockets
NBA legend with more rings than Michael Jordan was angry after being traded in the 1990s, but it turned out well for him eventually.
NBA Legend Charles Barkley Brings Up 9/11 and “Blood Money” To Express Frustration On Major LIV Golf Update That P**sed Him Off: “You’re Selective In What You’re Mad About”
NBA legend Charles Barkley gives his honest opinion on the LIV golf controversy as he talks about 9/11 and the United States of America.
7 ft NBA Legend Could’ve Gotten Stabbed by His Own Teammate if It Wasn’t for Armed Police: “God Damn! This Mo***f**er Slapped the Sh*t Out of Me”
Former NBA champion Vernon Maxwell reveals a time when his legendary Houston Rockets teammate was in a locker room fight which required police intervention.
WATCH: 7’6” Giant Rockets Legend Shut Down Shaquille O’Neal Like He’s Nothing the Very First Time They Met
In their first encounter, this 7-foot-6 Houston Rockets legend gave Shaquille O'Neal a run for his money and shut him down defensively.
“We Used to Beat Those M**erf*ers All the Time”: Rockets Legend Debunks the Michael Jordan Myth That Haunts the “Big A* African’s” Legacy
NBA legend Michael Jordan famously took a break from the game when he was still at his prime. During his absence, the Houston Rockets won the title.
About Houston Rockets
Houston Rockets 2022: News, Schedule, Roster, Score, Injury Report
The Houston Rockets owned by Tilman Fertitta are part of the NBA's Southwest Division in the Western Conference. Their base is at the city's Toyota Center where they moved ahead of the 2003 season.
The team was established as an expansion team in 1967. They were originally based in San Diego and competed in the NBA as the San Diego Rockets. They won just 15 games in their debut season. However, in a remarkable turnaround, they made the Playoffs in the next year.
In 1971, they moved to Houston. Here, the team did not finish with a winning record until the 1976-77 season. The Houston Rockets reached the Eastern Conference Finals that year.
In 1981, the Houston Rockets became only the second team to reach the NBA Finals with a losing record. As of this season, only the Houston Rockets and the Minneapolis Lakers (1954-1955) have made it to the Playoffs with a losing record.
In 1995, the Houston Rockets were seeded six in the Playoffs and became the lowest seed to lift the Larry O'Brien Championship Trophy. Four players have claimed the NBA MVP award while wearing the Houston Rockets Colors. They are Moses Malone (1979, 1982), Hakeem Olajuwon (1984), and James Harden (2018).
The team is currently under the leadership of Rafael Stone, who serves as the general manager. Head coach Stephen Silas is new to his role, and getting used to the environment.
Achievements and History
Founded | 1967 |
Conference | Western |
Division | Southwest |
General Manager | Rafael Stone |
Head Coach | Stephen Silas |
Arena | Toyota Center |
Championships (2) | (1994,1995) |
Conference Titles (4) | (1981, 1986, 1994, 1995) |
Division Titles (8) | (1977, 1986, 1993, 1994, 2015, 2018, 2019, 2020) |
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Houston Rockets 2021-22 Roster
No. | Player | Pos | Ht | Wt | Birth Date |
| 8 | Jae'Sean Tate | SF | 6-4 | 230 | October 28, 1995 |
| 0 | Jalen Green | SG | 6-4 | 178 | February 9, 2002 |
| 27 | Daniel Theis | C | 6-8 | 245 | April 4, 1992 |
| 25 | Garrison Mathews | SG | 6-5 | 215 | October 24, 1996 |
| 35 | Christian Wood | C | 6-10 | 214 | September 27, 1995 |
| 2 | David Nwaba | SF | 6-5 | 219 | January 14, 1993 |
| 3 | Kevin Porter Jr. | PG | 6-4 | 203 | May 4, 2000 |
| 10 | Eric Gordon | SG | 6-3 | 215 | December 25, 1988 |
| 15 | Daishen Nix | SG | 6-5 | 224 | February 13, 2002 |
| 21 | Trevelin Queen | SG | 6-6 | 190 | February 25, 1997 |
| 28 | Alperen Sengun | C | 6-9 | 235 | July 25, 2002 |
| 14 | D.J. Augustin | PG | 5-11 | 183 | November 10, 1987 |
| 16 | Usman Garuba | PF | 6-8 | 220 | March 9, 2002 |
| 6 | Kenyon Martin Jr. | SF | 6-6 | 215 | January 6, 2001 |
| 7 | Armoni Brooks | SG | 6-3 | 195 | June 5, 1998 |
| 9 | Josh Christopher | SG | 6-5 | 215 | December 8, 2001 |
