Anthony Duckett

Joined: May 4, 2024

Anthony Duckett joined Rockets on SI in 2024 and has been covering the NBA professionally since 2019, with stops at FanSided and SB Nation.

Nov 25, 2019; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Hawks forward Chandler Parsons (31) warms up on the court prior to the game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images

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Former Houston Rockets guard Lou Williams likes what the team has shown thus far in the season, giving them a midseason grade of a 'B'.

Jan 7, 2026; Portland, Oregon, USA; Houston Rockets center Steven Adams (12) stands during a break in the action against the Portland Trail Blazers during the first half at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Jaime Valdez-Imagn Images

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Several teams across the NBA viewed Steven Adams as a net positive at the trade deadline and were calling the Houston Rockets about him.

Jan 31, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets head coach Ime Udoka and forward Kevin Durant (7) and guard Reed Sheppard (15) look on during a play during the first quarter against the Dallas Mavericks at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

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Although the Houston Rockets have flashed inconsistency through the first half of the season, they're viewed as being on schedule.

Feb 10, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant (7) reacts after a play during the third quarter against the Los Angeles Clippers at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

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Houston's season could've looked very different.

Dec 26, 2023; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets guard Fred VanVleet (5) reacts after a foul call against the Indiana Pacers during the fourth quarter at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Erik Williams-Imagn Images

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Although the Houston Rockets have been banking on Fred VanVleet to return from a torn ACL, that likely won't be happening.

Oct 2, 2022; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets general manager Rafael Stone smiles before the preseason game against the San Antonio Spurs at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

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The Houston Rockets' decision to pass on James Harden at the trade deadline was viewed as a justifiable one by former Rockets forward Chandler Parsons.

Feb 7, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Houston Rockets Head Coach Ime Udoka talks to Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant (7) and guard Reed Sheppard (15) during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

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The Houston Rockets' offense lacks movement and fluidity, which is a major concern.

Jan 28, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets general manager Rafael Stone watches during practice before the game against the San Antonio Spurs at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

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In the latest mock draft, the Houston Rockets land a do-it-all big man in the first-round.

Feb 5, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets forward Jabari Smith Jr. (10) warms up prior to a game against the Charlotte Hornets at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Erik Williams-Imagn Images

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Houston Rockets forward Jabari Smith Jr. has earned the praise of ESPN's Kendrick Perkins.

Feb 10, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant (7) celebrates with forward Tari Eason (17) after scoring a basket during the first quarter against the Los Angeles Clippers at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

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The Houston Rockets took a noticeable drop in NBC Sports' most recent power rankings.

Feb 3, 2026; Hartford, Connecticut, USA; UConn Huskies forward Tarris Reed Jr. (5) reacts with guard Silas Demary Jr. (2) as they take on the Xavier Musketeers in the first half at PeoplesBank Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images

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In the latest mock draft, the Houston Rockets walk away with a dominant center, which is much needed, based on Houston's age at the center position.

Apr 26, 2022; Miami, Florida, USA; Atlanta Hawks guard Lou Williams arrives prior to game five of the first round for the 2022 NBA playoffs against the Miami Heat at FTX Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-Imagn Images

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Although Alperen Sengun didn't take Ime Udoka's comments personal, regarding his lack of defense, not everyone took the Houston Rockets' coach's comments the same way.

Anthony Duckett

Joined: May 4, 2024

Chandler Parsons Gives Rockets Favorable Midseason Grade

Ryan Hollins Explains Rockets' Alperen Sengun’s All-Star Selection

Rockets Alperen Sengun is Truly Grateful for Second All-Star Selection

Rockets View Reserve Center Steven Adams as Top-Ten Center in NBA

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Lou Williams Gives Houston Rockets Interesting Midseason Grade

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Despite Injury, Steven Adams Held Positive Trade Value at Deadline for Rockets

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Rockets Deemed to be 'Right Where they Need to Be'

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Rockets Reportedly Wouldn't Have Made Kevin Durant Trade with Knowledge of Injuries

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Fred VanVleet Seemingly Confirms He Won't Return for Rockets This Season

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Former Rockets Starter Defends Decision to Pass on James Harden at Trade Deadline

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Rockets' Motionless Offense Deemed Worrisome

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Rockets Walk Away with International Stretch-Five in Latest Mock Draft

ESPN's Kendrick Perkins: 'We Need to Give Props to Rockets' Jabari Smith Jr.'

‘Struggling’ Rockets Take Noticeable Drop in NBC Sports’ Power Rankings

Rockets Land Dominant Center in Recent Mock Draft

Lou Williams Blasts Rockets' Ime Udoka for Calling out Alperen Sengun