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1300+ Miles Away from Ausar, Amen Thompson Finds Twin in Houston in Alperen Sengun
Amen Thompson only has good things to say about Sengun and now, he has bestowed him with a twin status while his original twin is in Detroit.
Geisha Pulimoottil Don
February 03, 2024
Pelicans Injury Report: Is Zion Williamson Playing vs Victor Wembanyama and Co? Injury Prone All-Star’s Health is a Concern Ahead of All-Star Weekend
Here's the latest update on Zion Williamson and his availability for the Pelicans' clash against the Spurs tomorrow.
Geisha Pulimoottil Don
February 01, 2024
Rockets’ Potential All Star Alperen Sengun Reveals Crucial Lesson from Joel Embiid
Alperen Sengun gives his take on some of the fan tweets since he got some extra time on his hands, while revealing Embiid's advice.
Geisha Pulimoottil Don
February 01, 2024
$300,000 Poorer Lakers Fan Kai Cenat Obliterated by Trae Young and Co After 21 Savage’s Thrashing
The Los Angeles Lakers lost to the Hawks tonight and online streamer Kai Cenat felt the blow more than LeBron James and Co.
Geisha Pulimoottil Don
January 31, 2024
“It’s Not a Popularity Contest”: Darvin Ham Doesn’t Hold Back on Christian Wood’s Controversial Tweet
Darvin Ham goes off on the controversial one-worded tweet of Christian Wood 20 minutes prior to the Hawks vs Lakers game.
Geisha Pulimoottil Don
January 31, 2024
NBA Rising Stars: Amen Thompson and Cam Whitmore’s Snub in All-Star Weekend Angers 22YO Rockets Teammate
Following the roster reveal for the Rising Stars tournament at All-Star weekend, a Rockets star expressed his disappointment.
Shahul Hameed
January 31, 2024
Lakers vs Hawks: Amid Trade Rumors, Will Dejounte Murray Face off vs D’Angelo Russell in This Highly Anticipated Clash?
Will D'Angelo Russell be ready to face Dejounte Murray amid the Hawks trade talks? Let's take a look at the Lakers injury report.
Geisha Pulimoottil Don
January 30, 2024
LeBron James Nearly Gets Massacred in Houston, Leaves Simone Biles’ Husband Jonathan Owens Shocked
As LeBron James and the Lakers get crushed in Houston tonight, Jonathan Owens, Simone Biles' husband, is shocked at the aggressiveness!
Geisha Pulimoottil Don
January 30, 2024
“That’s On Coach..”: D’Angelo Russell Calls Out Darvin Ham’s Glaring Fault in Rockets Disaster
Following the blowout loss against the Rockets, Lakers star D'Angelo Russell took a shot at the HC Darvin Ham and blamed him for the loss.
Shahul Hameed
January 30, 2024
Anthony Davis Livid at Referees as Dillon Brooks Gets Away with LeBron James “Blatant Hit”
Anthony Davis is not happy with how the referees handled the Dillon Brooks situation with LeBron James as expresses his displeasure post-game
Geisha Pulimoottil Don
January 30, 2024
LeBron James Ducks Dillon Brooks Reality after Rockets Embarrass Lakers
Following the embarrassing loss against the Rockets, LeBron James expressed his frustration on Dillon Brooks with two words.
Shahul Hameed
January 30, 2024
“Don’t Matter”: Cam Whitmore Disregards Match-up with Childhood Hero LeBron James after Leading Rockets Past Lakers
Following a blow-out win against the Lakers, the Rockets rising star Cam Whitmore disregarded his idol LeBron James on the court.
Shahul Hameed
January 30, 2024
Dillon Brooks Flexes on LeBron James with Trash Talk as Rockets Blow Lakers Apart
Rockets star Dillon Broos went at Lakers superstar LeBron James again at home after producing an imposing lead on the visitors
Shahul Hameed
January 30, 2024
“How Are They Gonna Guard Me?”: First Time All Star Alperen Sengun on Playing Joel Embiid and Nikola Jokic
Alperen Sengun reveals his shift in mentality about guarding players widely considered as the greatest centers in the NBA now.
Geisha Pulimoottil Don
January 26, 2024
Justice System Strikes Rockets HC Ime Udoka, Nia Long Secures Child Support Win- How Much is He Paying?
Following the controversies surrounding his Celtics' exit, Houston Rockets coach Ime Udoka is set to pay heavy price for his divorce.
Shahul Hameed
January 23, 2024
Rockets Injury Update: Now Deleted Private Conversation Between Jabari Smith Jr and Tari Eason’s Mothers Reveals 23YO Star’s Condition
Jabari Smith Jr. and Tari Eason's mother were engaged in a wholesome conversation which reveals Tari Eason's injury status.
Geisha Pulimoottil Don
January 21, 2024
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 |