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The Houston Rockets' inconsistent play throughout the 2025-26 NBA season makes it difficult to assess whether they're a viable title contender or not.
Anthony Duckett|
Lachard Binkley|
Anthony Duckett|
Anthony Duckett|
Anthony Duckett|
The Houston Rockets are in desperate need to start racking up wins at a high rate, and they must begin with their rematch against the Charlotte Hornets after having one of their worst home performances in their loss against that team.
Trenton Whiting|
Houston has suffered plenty of underperformance over the last month. Can that change?
Jed Katz|
Houston gets no surprises on its injury report ahead of its bout with Charlotte.
Derek Parker|
Sports Illustrated's Peter Dewey breaks down his favorite bets for the NBA action on Thursday, Feb. 19.
Peter Dewey|
Sports Illustrated's Peter Dewey breaks down his favorite bets for the NBA action on Thursday, Feb. 19.
Peter Dewey|
Jabari Smith Jr's relation with Kevin Durant is being looked at more closely after recent social media allegations.
Maanav Gupta|
Betting odds, pick and prediction for the Houston Rockets-Charlotte Hornets battle on Thursday, Feb. 19.
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Whether it’s how much they’ll be paid next year, or how they’ll be remembered in the history books, these are the players with the most on the line.
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In spite of the Houston Rockets' absence of playmakers, Fred VanVleet believes Alperen Sengun is capable of filling the void.

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