Trenton Whiting

Trenton Whiting

Joined: Dec 2, 2024

Trenton is a Houston-born, Pearland-raised University of Houston graduate who first developed his love for journalism while in school. He began his professional career as a sports reporter for a newspaper in Columbus, Texas, before becoming the managing editor.

Apr 5, 2026; San Francisco, California, USA; Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun (28) smiles at Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green (23) in the third quarter at the Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images

Apr 3, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets players sit on the bench against the Utah Jazz during the fourth quarter at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Erik Williams-Imagn Images

Apr 1, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Ousmane Dieng (21) dribbles the ball as Houston Rockets forward Jabari Smith Jr. (10) defends during the fourth quarter at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Apr 1, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets guard Reed Sheppard (15) dribbles the ball as Milwaukee Bucks guard Cormac Ryan (30) defends during the first quarter at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Mar 31, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets forward Amen Thompson (1) attempts to get control of the ball away from New York Knicks center/forward Mitchell Robinson (23) during the third quarter at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

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The Rockets just got a big win against the Knicks, a performance that could be recreated throughout the rest of the season.

Mar 29, 2026; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Houston Rockets forward Jabari Smith Jr. (10) brings the ball up court on a fast break against the New Orleans Pelicans during the second half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

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The Houston Rockets still have a chance to prove they can beat playoff-caliber teams before the season ends.

Mar 29, 2026; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun (28) dribbles against New Orleans Pelicans forward Kevon Looney (55) during the second half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

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The Rockets are depending on their All-Star big man to create opportunities for the rest of the team.

Mar 21, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant (7) reacts to the win against the Miami Heat at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images

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The offense has turned around the last few games after the team unlocked a new wrinkle to eliminate a major weakness.

Mar 27, 2026; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Houston Rockets forward Tari Eason (17) dunks during the fourth quarter against the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

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The Houston Rockets may not be in position to feel comfortable against any of their potential first-round matchups.

Mar 13, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets head coach Ime Udoka talks with Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant (7) during the game against the New Orleans Pelicans at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Erik Williams-Imagn Images

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The Houston Rockets have lost ground on their established identity to be a gritty, tough, defensive team.

Mar 23, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun (28) drives to the basket against Chicago Bulls center Nick Richards (13) during the first half at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images

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The Houston Rockets need their All-Star center to step up for their offense as the season enters the playoffs.

Mar 23, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant (7) drives to the basket against the Chicago Bulls during the first half at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images

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The Rockets have missed that element of their offense without legitimate knock down threats from deep range.

Mar 21, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant (7) reacts to a game-winning basket by guard Amen Thompson (1) against the Miami Heat at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images

Some of the team's young players often sacrifice their own aggressiveness in deference to the NBA's No. 5 scorer of all time.

Mar 20, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets center Clint Capela (30) talks with Atlanta Hawks forward Zaccharie Risacher (10) following the game at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Erik Williams-Imagn Images

The Rockets have learned that their team goes as far as their role players take them.

Mar 18, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun (28) reacts to a call while playing against the Los Angeles Lakers in the second half at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images

The battle for a higher seed seems nearly negligible now that the Rockets have lost to basically each of their potential first round matchups.

Mar 18, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant (7) makes a three point basket against Los Angeles Lakers center Deandre Ayton (5) in the second half at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images

The Houston Rockets' ceiling seems to be much smaller than some of their Western Conference competitors.