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Mar 30, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Tennessee Volunteers guard Jahmai Mashack (15) shoots the ball against the Houston Cougars in the second half during the Midwest Regional final of the 2025 NCAA tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

Kevin Durant Trade Ripple: Houston Rockets' Second Round Pick Carousel

Rockets No. 59 pick Jahmai Mashack is now headed to Memphis.

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Kevin Durant Trade Ripple: Houston Rockets' Second Round Pick Carousel

Rockets No. 59 pick Jahmai Mashack is now headed to Memphis.

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Jun 25, 2025; Brooklyn, NY, USA; Khaman Maluach arrives before the first round of the 2025 NBA Draft at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

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Houston Rockets Draft Duke Center for Phoenix Suns via Kevin Durant Trade

Duke center Khaman Maluach is officially a first-round draft selection.

Dec 1, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets general manager Rafael Stone watches during practice before the game against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

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Who Could Houston Rockets Trade to Get Back Into 2025 Draft?

The Houston Rockets could be without a draft pick for the first time in over a decade unless they trade back into the draft. If they do who could be on their way out?

Oct 29, 2023; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets general manager Rafael Stone watches during practice before the game against the Golden State Warriors at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

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Draft Loses Luster For Rockets After Trade

Houston's draft night lost a bit of interest after trading the No. 10 pick to Phoenix in the trade for Kevin Durant. The front office will still be busy during the draft, deciding on what to do with the remaining draft assets.

Mar 6, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Houston Rockets head coach Ime Udoka looks on against the New Orleans Pelicans during the first half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

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Could Houston Rockets Draft Steven Adams Replacement?

If veteran center Steven Adams heads to another team, Houston may need to draft his replacement.

Mar 19, 2023; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets general manager Rafael Stone watches during practice before the game against the New Orleans Pelicans at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

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The Houston Rockets Work Out Two More Potential Draft Picks

The Houston Rockets are working out several players ahead of this year's draft.

Apr 11, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Houston Rockets guard Reed Sheppard (15) moves the ball against the Los Angeles Lakers during the second half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jonathan Hui-Imagn Images

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Houston Rockets Could Trade No. 10 Draft Pick

Houston is keeping its options open regarding draft-night trades.

Mar 15, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Maryland Terrapins center Derik Queen (25) dribbles the ball while Michigan Wolverines center Danny Wolf (1) defends in the second half at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

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NBA Draft: Centers the Houston Rockets Could Pick at No. 10

The Houston Rockets aren't necessarily in the draft market for a center, but they could find a way to integrate one in the rotation.

Feb 8, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Georgetown Hoyas forward Thomas Sorber (35) celebrates during the second half against the Seton Hall Pirates at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Kucin Jr.-Imagn Images

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Options for the Rockets with the No. 10 Pick

Three options for Houston at the 2025 NBA Draft.

Mar 23, 2025; Seattle, WA, USA; Arizona Wildcats guard Caleb Love (1) high-fives forward Carter Bryant (9) during a stop in play against the Oregon Ducks in the second half at Climate Pledge Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Brashear-Imagn Images

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Houston Rockets Take a Reach at No. 10 in Latest NBA Mock Draft

Yahoo Sports' latest NBA mock draft has the Houston Rockets taking a raw offensive talent at No. 10.

Mar 23, 2025; Seattle, WA, USA; Arizona Wildcats forward Carter Bryant (9) reacts against the Oregon Ducks in the first half at Climate Pledge Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images

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NBA Draft: Three Forwards the Rockets Could Select at No. 10

The Houston Rockets aren't necessarily in the market for another wing, but the prospects in the No. 10 range might be too intriguing to pass up.

Mar 26, 2025; Newark, NJ, USA; Duke Blue Devils center Khaman Maluach (9) during a practice session in preparation for an East Regional semifinal game against the Arizona Wildcats at Prudential Center. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

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Duke Big Man Joins Houston Rockets Draft Radar

South Sudan basketball player Khaman Maluach has top ten pick written all over.

Feb 8, 2025; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; South Carolina Gamecocks forward Collin Murray-Boyles (30) brings the ball up court during the first half against the Kentucky Wildcats at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

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Does South Carolina Have the Houston Rockets' Next Forward?

The Gamecocks forward Collin Murray-Boyles could be the Rockets next addition at pick 10 this year.

Mar 7, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Kasparas Jakucionis (32) drives the ball during the first half against the Purdue Boilermakers at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

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Houston Rockets Take Big Ten Point Guard in Latest NBA Mock Draft

The Houston Rockets are projected to take one of the country's premier point in ESPN's latest NBA mock draft.

Apr 5, 2025; San Antonio, TX, USA; Duke Blue Devils guard Kon Knueppel (7) reacts after a play against the Houston Cougars during the first half in the semifinals of the men's Final Four of the 2025 NCAA Tournament at Alamodome. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images

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Is Duke's Sharpshooter the Rockets Missing Piece?

The Rockets three-point shooting is asking for a savior, and Kon Knueppel might just be the hero.

Mar 26, 2025; Newark, NJ, USA; Arizona Wildcats forward Carter Bryant (9) reacts during a practice session in preparation for an East Regional semifinal game against the Duke Blue Devils at Prudential Center. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

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Can this Arizona Forward Land with the Houston Rockets at Pick 10?

The Rockets have a big decision with their top 10 pick this upcoming NBA Draft. Could Carter Bryant be the pick?

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Could Georgetown Center Give Houston Rockets Big Man Depth?

While some psoition rooms may be full for the Rockets, the center slot is in need of some serious depth.

Jun 22, 2023; Brooklyn, NY, USA; NBA commissioner Adam Silver announces Amen Thompson as the fourth selection by the Houston Rockets in the first round of the 2023 NBA Draft at Barclays Arena. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

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NBA Draft: Guards the Houston Rockets Could Eye at No. 10

The Houston Rockets have the No. 10 pick in the 2025 NBA Draft. Who could they eye at that spot?

Houston Rockets general manager Rafael Stone talks before the game against the Denver Nuggets.

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Rockets Urged to Trade No. 10 Pick

The Houston Rockets could look to trade the No. 10 pick in the NBA Draft.

Mar 14, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Dallas Mavericks guard Max Christie (00) shoots against Houston Rockets forward Jabari Smith Jr. (10) in the second half at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images

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Rockets’ Rivals Getting a Boost Through the Draft

The draft lottery is passed, and some of the Rockets' rival teams finished with some favorable positions in the draft. How will that affect Houston's competition next season?

Nov 24, 2023; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets general manager Rafael Stone talks before the game against the Denver Nuggets at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

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Houston Rockets Land No. 10 Pick in 2025 NBA Draft

The NBA Draft lottery has concluded, and the Houston Rockets control the No. 10 pick. This is big for their offseason.

May 16, 2023; Chicago, IL, USA; People walk past the 2023 NBA Draft Lottery board at McCormick Place West. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images

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NBA Draft Lottery: Best and Worst-Case Scenarios for the Houston Rockets

With the NBA Draft Lottery tonight, here are the best and worst-case scenarios for the Rockets.

Apr 5, 2025; San Antonio, TX, USA; Duke Blue Devils center Khaman Maluach (9) shoots the ball over Houston Cougars forward Ja'Vier Francis (5) during the second half in the semifinals of the men's Final Four of the 2025 NCAA Tournament at Alamodome. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images

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One Player to Keep an Eye On if Rockets Don’t Move up in Lottery

The Houston Rockets are in the draft lottery again this offseason and if they stay at number nine it might make sense to trade the pick with so many young players already on the team.

Duke Blue Devils forward Cooper Flagg controls the ball against Houston Cougars forward J'Wan Roberts.

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Rockets Could Take Cooper Flagg in NBA Draft Lottery

Cooper Flagg could be on pace to join the Houston Rockets if the NBA Draft Lottery works in their favor.

May 12, 2024; Chicago, IL, USA; A overall shot of the 2024 NBA Draft Lottery at McCormick Place West. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images

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Rockets Officially Clinch Top-10 Odds in NBA Draft Lottery

Houston has a shot to swing a major prospect in this year's draft with the lottery around the corner.