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Alec Elijah

Alec Elijah

Joined: May 16, 2025

Alec Elijah is a San Jose State University graduate, as well as a credentialed NCAA & NFL reporter. He contributes to On SI for the Houston Rockets, Brooklyn Nets and Oklahoma State Cowboys. Outside of On SI, Alec hosts a College Football/NFL Draft centered podcast.

Jul 14, 2024; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Houston Rockets guard Reed Sheppard (15) reacts after scoring against the Washington Wizards during the third quarter at Thomas & Mack Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images
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Houston Rockets Fall to Pistons in Double-Digit Summer League Loss

Detroit hands Houston a double-digit loss in the Rockets second Summer League game.

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Apr 11, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Houston Rockets guard Nate Williams (19) reacts to the video replay against the Los Angeles Lakers during the second half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jonathan Hui-Imagn Images
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NBA Summer League: Houston Rockets Gear Up to Face Detroit Pistons

The Rockets will face the Pistons in their second NBA Summer League matchup.

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Feb 8, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving (11) and Houston Rockets forward Amen Thompson (1) in action during the game between the Dallas Mavericks and the Houston Rockets at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images
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Mavericks' Kyrie Irving Has High Praise for Rockets' Amen Thompson

NBA superstar Kyrie Irving dishes out some high praise for soon-to-be third-year guard Amen Thompson.

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Oct 23, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets guard Reed Sheppard (15) in action during the game against the Charlotte Hornets at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images
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Rockets' Reed Sheppard Looks Ready for Second-Year Leap

Reed Sheppard looks ready for his increased role next season after a solid Summer League performance in game one.

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May 4, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets guard Jalen Green (4) on the court before game seven of first round for the 2025 NBA Playoffs against the Golden State Warriors at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images
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Former Rockets Guard Jalen Green Opens Up About Trade at Summer League

While it appeared to be no love lost, recent comments from former Rockets guard Jalen Green regarding his trade may prove otherwise.

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Nov 23, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets guard Reed Sheppard (15) reacts to making a three point basket against the Portland Trail Blazers in the second quarter at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images
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Reed Sheppard Shines as Rockets fall to Clippers in Summer League

The Houston Rockets take a three-point loss against the LA Clippers to kick off their 2025 Summer League.

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Apr 2, 2015; Dallas, TX, USA; A view of the Houston Rockets logo during the game between the Dallas Mavericks and the Houston Rockets at the American Airlines Center. The Rockets defeated the Mavericks 108-101. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images
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Summer League Preview: Houston Rockets vs LA Clippers

The Houston Rockets will kick off their Summer League mini-camp against the LA Clippers.

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Jan 9, 2025; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Houston Rockets head coach Ime Udoka talks with Houston Rockets guard Fred VanVleet (5) during the third quarter against the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images
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Free Agent Point Guards the Houston Rockets Can Add for Depth

The Houston Rockets may need to add one more guard to their loaded roster for next season.

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Dec 14, 2024; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Houston Rockets head coach Ime Udoka reacts during the first half against the Oklahoma City Thunder in a semifinal of the 2024 Emirates NBA Cup at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images
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NBA Announces Houston Rockets 2025-26 Emirates Cup Group

The Houston Rockets are assigned to a loaded group ahead of this season's Emirates Cup.

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Feb 12, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant (35) hugs Houston Rockets head coach Ime Udoka after a game at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images
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Should the Houston Rockets Feel Pressured to Win the NBA Championship Next Season?

NBA veteran Gilbert Arenas debates whether or not the Houston Rockets should feel pressure to win a championship after adding Kevin Durant this summer.

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May 23, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Kevin Durant attends the game between the Golden State Valkyries and the LA Sparks at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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Could Houston Rockets Kevin Durant Return to Rucker Park?

The NBA and NCAA have officially sanctioned Rucker Park Streetball for basketball players in both respective leagues.

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Jan 6, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets general manager Rafael Stone (right) talks with Rockets forward Amen Thompson (1) before the game against the Milwaukee Bucks at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images
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Could the Houston Rockets Benefit from Adding One More Guard?

Although the Rockets have had one of the best offseasons in franchise history, they may not be done filling out their roster for next season.

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