Lachard Binkley

Joined: Aug 1, 2024

Lachard is a lifelong Houstonian who has followed the Rockets since the 80s. He is a credential reporter covering the Rockets and Rio Grande Valley Vipers.

Apr 18, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Houston Rockets guard Fred Vanvleet (5) watches from the bench against the Los Angeles Lakers in the second half during game one of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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The second round is always more of a crap shoot when it comes to drafting players but the Houston Rockets could find a steal in this year's second round.

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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Rafael Stone has done plenty of good work since taking over as general manager, but it is still room for improvement.

Apr 18, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Houston Rockets head coach Ime Udoka reacts against the Los Angeles Lakers in the first half during game one of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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Ime Udoka has done a good job leading the Houston Rockets from rebuild to competitive team but there is also still room for improvement.

Apr 21, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant (7) looks on from the court in the second half of game two of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs against the Los Angeles Lakers at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

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Kevin Durant has done everything in the NBA from winning MVPs to NBA Titles and had another excellent season last year but there is room for improvement even from future Hall of Famers.

Apr 21, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Houston Rockets forward Tari Eason (17) drives past Los Angeles Lakers forward Rui Hachimura (28) during the second half of game two of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

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Tari Eason is the Houston Rockets biggest wild card. Eason also perfectly represented the Rockets up and down season.

Apr 26, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun (28) drives with the ball as Los Angeles Lakers forward Jarred Vanderbilt (2) defends during the first quarter during game four of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

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Alperen Sengun was the Houston Rockets best passer last season and had a career high in assist per game. Next season however he must become a better well rounded offensive threat.

Apr 24, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets guard Reed Sheppard (15) reacts after making a basket during the fourth quarter against the Los Angeles Lakers during game three of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

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More minutes in year two led to improvements in several areas for Reed Sheppard, but there is still room for improvement heading into season three.

May 1, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets forward Jabari Smith Jr. (10) rebounds against Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves (15) during the first quarter game six of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Erik Williams-Imagn Images

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Jabari Smith's 2025-26 was a career year for the young forward, but there is still room for improvement.

May 1, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets guard Amen Thompson (1) shoots outside against the Los Angeles Lakers during the first quarter game six of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Erik Williams-Imagn Images

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The Houston Rockets are hoping that Amen Thompson can continue his improvements from last season while fixing the biggest issue in his game

Unknown Date; Miami, FL, USA; FILE PHOTO; Houston Rockets center #34 HAKEEM OLAJUWON in action against the Miami Heat at the Miami Arena during the 1994-95 season. Mandatory Credit: Photo By Imagn Images (c) Copyright Imagn Images

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The New York Knicks are two games away from accomplishing something that hasn't been accomplished since the 1995 Houston Rockets.

Jun 5, 2026; San Antonio, Texas, USA; New York Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns (32) and San Antonio Spurs forward Victor Wembanyama (1) look for the ball in the second half during game two of the 2026 NBA Finals at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images

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If the Houston Rockets want to take that next step in 2026-27, they need to pay close attention to the NBA Finals

Mar 10, 2017; Chicago, IL, USA; Houston Rockets forward Montrezl Harrell (5) dunks during the second half against the Chicago Bulls at the United Center. Houston won 115-94. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Wierzbicki-Imagn Images

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The Houston Rockets have had several first-round picks over the last five seasons, but the second round has not been as busy for the Rockets.

Lachard Binkley

Joined: Aug 1, 2024

Even if Fred VanVleet Is Healthy, the Rockets Will Be Cautious for the 2026-27 Season

The Houston Rockets’ Upcoming Contract Qualifying Offer Decisions

Bruce Thornton's Leadership Stands Out From His Time in College

Picks Who Dropped Out of the First Round That the Rockets Could Land on Day 2

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Players the Rockets Should Keep an Eye on in the Second Round

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One Area Rafael Stone Excelled at and One Area That Needs Improvement

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One Area Ime Udoka Excelled at and One Area That Needs Improvement

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One Area Kevin Durant Excelled in and One Area That was a Struggle

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One Area Tari Eason Excelled in and One Area He Struggled

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One Area Alperen Sengun Excelled in and One Area He Struggled

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One Area Reed Sheppard Exceled in This Season, and One Area He Struggled

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One Area Jabari Smith Excelled in This Season, and One Area He Struggled

The One Good and One Bad Part of Amen Thompson’s Game This Season

Knicks Trying to Accomplish Something That Hasn’t Been Done Since the '95 Rockets

What Lessons Should the Rockets Take From the Finals Teams

The Houston Rockets Recent Second Round History Has Been Minimal at Best