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Apr 12, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets guard Reed Sheppard (15) shoots the ball as Memphis Grizzlies guard Jahmai Mashack (21) defends during the first quarter at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

The Houston Rockets used a high draft pick to bring Reed Sheppard in to become the point guard heir apparent. Can he maintain that position throughout his third NBA season?

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The Houston Rockets used a high draft pick to bring Reed Sheppard in to become the point guard heir apparent. Can he maintain that position throughout his third NBA season?

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Apr 24, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets general manager Rafael Stone watches during practice before game three of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs against the Los Angeles Lakers at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

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The Houston Rockets have two second round picks and the debate Is out on who they should choose.

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.

Nov 21, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns former player Charles Barkley in attendance against the Minnesota Timberwolves during an NBA Cup game at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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Former Houston Rockets player turned commentator Charles Barkley made an in-game suggestion for San Antonio Spurs coach Mitch Johnson in Game 5 of the 2026 NBA Finals, which likely would have altered the outcome in the end.

Oct 28, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Celtics forward Jaylen Brown (7) drives to the basket defended by Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) during the second half at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Paul Rutherford-Imagn Images

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Although the Houston Rockets may not be entering the sweepstakes for Giannis Antetokounmpo, they may still be a part of any deal involving him.

Jan 28, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving looks on during the second half against the Minnesota Timberwolves at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images

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Although much has been made about the Houston Rockets' interest in Kyrie Irving, the Rockets may not have a chance to add Irving.

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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Houston Rockets star Kevin Durant's Orange Crush colorway of the KD 19 shoe released Saturday.

May 23, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers guard James Harden (1) looks on in the third quarter against the New York Knicks during game three of the eastern conference finals for the 2026 NBA playoffs at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images

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Former Houston Rockets franchise icon James Harden was arrested in Houston on weapons charges on early Saturday morning.

Mar 29, 2026; Fort Worth, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving looks on from the stands during the second half of the game between the UConn Huskies and Notre Dame Fighting Irish at Dickies Arena. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images

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Although the Houston Rockets have been linked to Kyrie Irving, the team hasn't reached out to the Dallas Mavericks about his availability.

Dec 31, 2018; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets guard James Harden (13) dribbles the ball during the second quarter against the Memphis Grizzlies at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

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The San Antonio Spurs' blown Game 4 lead draws memories of the Houston Rockets' blown lead in Game 7 of the 2018 Western Conference Finals.

May 4, 2019; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets guard James Harden (13) and guard Chris Paul (3) celebrate after the Rockets defeated the Golden State Warriors in game three of the second round of the 2019 NBA Playoffs at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

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The Houston Rockets' meltdown in Game 7 of the 2018 Western Conference Finals is ranked as one of the biggest postseason collapses of the century.

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.

Mar 16, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant (7) talks with Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) on the court during the second quarter at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

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Rockets fans should be watching to see what a few teams do as Houston looks to break into title contention next year.

Feb 21, 2026; New York, New York, USA; New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (11) drives past Houston Rockets forward Dorian Finney-Smith (2) in the third quarter at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

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The Houston Rockets fell to the New York Knicks earlier this year in what's now become quite common of a situation.

Mar 4, 2017; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets former guard Vernon Maxwell waves to the crowd during a timeout against the Memphis Grizzlies during the third quarter at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Erik Williams-Imagn Images

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Houston Rockets legend Vernon Maxwell made a special appearance and got the support from fans.

Dec 13, 2025; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Charles Barkley interviews Kentucky Wildcats forward Mouhamed Dioubate after the game against the Indiana Hoosiers at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

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Former Houston Rockets star Charles Barkley was dismayed by the San Antonio Spurs' blown 29-point lead in Game 4 of the NBA Finals.

Apr 18, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Houston Rockets guard Reed Sheppard (15) dribbles the ball against Los Angeles Lakers forward Jarred Vanderbilt (2) 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 Houston Rockets would be able to perform much better on offense if they had multiple ball handlers to help relieve the pressure against elite defenses.

Apr 12, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo looks on after the game against the Philadelphia 76ers at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images

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Although the Houston Rockets have been linked to Giannis Antetokounmpo, the latest reporting likely indicates Houston won't have much of a chance at the Milwaukee Bucks superstar.

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.

Feb 11, 1990; Miami, FL, USA; FILE PHOTO; New York Knicks center Patrick Ewing battles Houston Rockets center Hakeem Olajuwon during the 1900 NBA All-Star Game at the Miami Arena in Miami, Florida. Mandatory Credit: Photo By Imagn Images (c) Copyright Imagn Images

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Although the Houston Rockets won the championship in 1994, the stakes may have been different.

Apr 26, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun (28) reacts after a play during the second quarter against the Los Angeles Lakers 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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Houston needs two major improvements from the All-Star big man.

Mar 28, 2026; San Jose, CA, USA; Purdue Boilermakers guard Braden Smith (3) dribbles the ball against the Arizona Wildcats in the second half during an Elite Eight game of the West Regional of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at SAP Center. Mandatory Credit: Eakin Howard-Imagn Images

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The Athletic's latest NBA mock draft has Houston banking on two Big Ten stars.

Nov 21, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns former player Charles Barkley sits courtside against the Minnesota Timberwolves during an NBA Cup game at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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Although the New York Knicks have a 2-1 lead in the NBA Finals, former Houston Rockets forward Charles Barkley used his own postseason battles against the Rockets as reason Knicks must play desperate.

May 1, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets general manager Rafael Stone talks with Houston Rockets center Steven Adams (12, right) prior to game six of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs against the Los Angeles Lakers at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Erik Williams-Imagn Images

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A few of Houston's impact veterans had their seasons cut short to injury, will they be able to return at the same level pre-injury?

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In the latest mock trade, the Houston Rockets strike a deal with the Dallas Mavericks for Kyrie Irving.