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Amsal Madhani

Amsal Madhani

Joined: Sep 16, 2024

Amsal is a graduate of The University of Texas at Austin with a Bachelor's in Journalism and a Minor in Business. He was born and raised in Houston, Texas and specializes in coverage of the Houston Rockets.

Jan 7, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Houston Rockets forward Amen Thompson (1) shoots the ball as Washington Wizards center Jonas Valanciunas (17) defends in the third quarter at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images
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Houston Rockets: Amen Thompson Should Start the Rest of the Way

Houston Rockets forward Amen Thompson has shined since his return from suspension, and is making a case to become a permanent starter moving forward.

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Jan 5, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets forward Amen Thompson (1) dunks against the Los Angeles Lakers in the first quarter at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images
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Rockets' Amen Thompson Picks up Where He Left off Following Suspension

Houston Rockets forward Amen Thompson's impact was felt immediately following his two-game suspension against the Los Angeles Lakers.

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Jan 3, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets guard Jalen Green (4) controls the ball against Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (0) during the second quarter at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Erik Williams-Imagn Images
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Rockets Drop Game Against Celtics Despite Jalen Green's 27 Points

The short-handed Houston Rockets drop a game against the Boston Celtics 109-86 despite a hot shooting night from Jalen Green.

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Jan 1, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun (28) drives with the ball as Dallas Mavericks center Dereck Lively II (2) defends during the first quarter at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images
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Alperen Şengün Lifts Rockets Over Mavericks 110-99

The Houston Rockets defeated the Dallas Mavericks 110-99 behind a strong all-around performance from star center Alperen Şengün.

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Dec 29, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets guard Jalen Green (4) shoots a free throw against the Miami Heat during the third quarter at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Erik Williams-Imagn Images
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Houston, We Have a Problem: Rockets Continue Struggles on Offense

The Houston Rockets have struggled to find consistent scoring from its young core, but will need to figure it out quick as it enters a dreadful rest-of-season schedule.

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Dec 29, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun (28) shoots inside against the Miami Heat during the second quarter at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Erik Williams-Imagn Images
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Rockets Drop Game Against Heat Despite Alperen Şengün's Double Double

The Houston Rockets drop a second straight game, losing to the Miami Heat Sunday night 104-97, despite a strong all-around showing from Alperen Şengün.

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Dec 22, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Houston Rockets forward Cam Whitmore (7) goes to dunk the ball against the Toronto Raptors during the second half at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images
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Houston Rockets: Can Cam Whitmore Carve Out a Role Again?

The Houston Rockets have had some changes in their rotations due to injuries, giving forward Cam Whitmore added opportunities to showcase his talent once again.

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Dec 23, 2024; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Houston Rockets guard Fred VanVleet (5) walks out to the court before the game against the Charlotte Hornets at the Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Sam Sharpe-Imagn Images
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Rockets Blow Past Hornets Behind VanVleet's Hot Shooting Night

The Houston Rockets blew out the Charlotte Hornets 114-101 behind Fred VanVleet's 20 points.

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Nov 20, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets guard Reed Sheppard (15) shoots the ball as Indiana Pacers forward Pascal Siakam (43) defends during the second quarter at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images
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Houston Rockets: Can Reed Sheppard Turn the Corner?

Houston Rockets guard Reed Sheppard has had a quiet season, barely seeing the court as a rookie despite being selected No. 3 overall in the 2024 NBA draft. Can he become impactful down the stretch of the season?

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Dec 14, 2024; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Houston Rockets guard Jalen Green (4) controls the ball against Oklahoma City Thunder center Isaiah Hartenstein (55) during the fourth quarter in a semifinal of the 2024 Emirates NBA Cup at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Candice Ward-Imagn Images
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Houston Rockets: Is it Time to Make Roster Changes?

The Houston Rockets are off to a stellar start to the season with a 17-9 record, but have proven to have limitations when it comes to closing out big games. It may be time for them to make some moves that can help them win now.

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Dec 14, 2024; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Houston Rockets forward Amen Thompson (1) shoots against Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) during the first half in a semifinal of the 2024 Emirates NBA Cup at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada/Pool Photo-Imagn Images
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Houston Rockets: Review the First Third of the Season

With about one third of the 2024-2025 NBA season in the books, here is how the Houston Rockets have fared in a deep Western Conference.

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Dec 11, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets guard Jalen Green (4) shoots the ball as Golden State Warriors forward Lindy Waters III (43) and forward Kevon Looney (5) defend during the fourth quarter at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images
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Houston Rockets: Jalen Green is the X-Factor in NBA Cup

The Houston Rockets squeaked past the Oklahoma City Thunder in the Western Semifinal despite Jalen Green's inefficient performance, but will need him to step up the rest of the way.

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