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The Houston Rockets have depended on Kevin Durant for a significant portion of the season to deliver their offensive in the crucial parts of games. If Houston can get quality performances from the young players to support him, the team is more dangerous.
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Houston will look to take the season series against Utah tonight in Salt Lake City.
Jed Katz|
The overall view of the Houston Rockets' contention chances has taken a hit over the past several weeks due to some difficult losses and challenges to resolve. Houston can bring back some of the belief with big victories in primetime.
Trenton Whiting|
Houston has seen a new name added to the injury report.
Derek Parker|
The Houston Rockets should be favored in the next six games and if they take care of business they may finally solidify their position in the Western Conference.
Lachard Binkley|
A few of the best player props for Monday night’s game between the Utah Jazz and the Houston Rockets.
Gray Deyo|
The Rockets superstar said he would “love” to suit up for Team USA again as long as he’s still playing well.
Liam McKeone|
At this point, Houston needs to target a perimeter shooter to make its 2026 NBA Draft meaningful.
Jed Katz|
The Utah Jazz and Houston Rockets have some injury news of note before tip-off.
Jared Koch|
Betting odds, pick and prediction for the Utah Jazz-Houston Rockets battle on Monday, Feb. 23.

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