James Harden and the Rockets primarily rely on three-point shooting to win games. But when the shots aren’t falling, it can get ugly in Houston. Harden faced his former team – the Oklahoma City Thunder – on Monday. It was a performance to forget for the Rockets guard. Harden shot just 1-of-17 from 3-point range […]
Read MoreDamian Lillard Responds To Russell Westbrook Trash Talk On Twitter
There’s no love lost between Damian Lillard and Russell Westbrook, and that was on full display last night. Westbrook trash talked Lillard multiple times during the Houston-Portland game. He was caught saying “A foul is a bucket. Can’t guard me. Impossible.” Even though Westbrook had a nice individual performance, the Rockets lost by double digits […]
Read MoreVideo: Oklahoma City Fans Give Russell Westbrook Standing Ovation
Russell Westbrook is back in Oklahoma City tonight for the first time in a Houston Rockets uniform. For 11 seasons, he starred for the Thunder before being traded this offseason. Without question, Russ is beloved in OKC. He was the face of the franchise during his last three seasons with the Thunder after Kevin Durant […]
Read MoreNBA Insider: Star Point Guard Is “Available” For Trade
The Houston Rockets made a major splash in the offseason, trading point guard Chris Paul to the Oklahoma City Thunder for fellow point guard Russell Westbrook. Just over 30 games into the season, the union between Westbrook and Rockets star James Harden is shaky at best. The two combined for over 45 shots per game […]
Read MoreKevin Durant Was Asked If He Thinks Steph Curry Or Russell Westbrook Is Better – And He Answered
During his NBA career, Kevin Durant has had the opportunity to play with some of the best point guards in the sport, including both Steph Curry and Russell Westbrook. Fans can debate which one of those players they think is better–it’s Curry, by our estimation–but now Durant himself has officially weighed in. He did so […]
Read MoreNBA Apologizes To CNN Reporter After Her China Question To James Harden, Russell Westbrook Was Shut Down
The NBA had yet another mishap stemming from the situation in China today. During a press conference with James Harden and Russell Westbrook, the two major stars from the team at the center of the situation, the Houston Rockets, CNN’s Christina Macfarlane had a question very aggressively shut down. Popular NBA figures have had a […]
Read MoreReporter’s Question To James Harden, Russell Westbrook Gets Shut Down
There’s no question that the biggest storyline in the NBA right now involves its current dilemma with China. Well, those issues spilled over into Russell Westbrook and James Harden’s press conference this week. President Donald Trump gave his thoughts on the NBA on Wednesday, taking shots at Gregg Popovich and Steve Kerr. Warriors guard Steph […]
Read MoreU.S. Senator Rips ESPN After Company Allegedly Sent Memo To Employees
In the wake of a string of controversies involving companies refusing to let their employees criticize the Chinese government, many people and companies have started taking sides. Following a Deadspin report that ESPN sent a memo to its staff barring them from discussing the controversy in greater detail, the Worldwide Leader in Sports has caught […]
Read MoreHouston Rockets Address Controversial Tweet From Team’s GM
The Houston Rockets’ owner took to Twitter on Friday night to address the controversial tweet from his team’s general manager, Daryl Morey. A tweet – that was later deleted – from Morey went viral on Friday evening. Morey posted a tweet in support of protesters in Hong Kong. The deleted tweet read “Fight For Freedom. […]
Read MoreJames Harden Debuted A Crazy New Move In Tonight’s Exhibition Game
James Harden promised he had a new move for everyone, and in tonight’s exhibition opener, the 2018 NBA MVP did not disappoint. Harden already owns an incredible repertoire of moves he uses to get buckets or get to the foul line. His latest creation is something you probably haven’t seen anyone else try before. You […]
Read MoreNets GM Addresses Possibility Of Adding Carmelo Anthony
The team most often floated as a potential landing spot for Carmelo Anthony won’t rule out the possibility of signing him. On Tuesday, Brooklyn Nets general manager Sean Marks was asked about the possibility of adding the 10-time All-Star to his bench. Anthony has some powerful allies on the Nets’ roster already. It has been […]
Read MoreCarmelo Anthony Joined Stephen A. Smith On First Take, Revealed Whether He Wants To Retire
Carmelo Anthony is one of the best basketball players of the last 15 years, but at the moment, no team seems to be willing to take a chance on him. Friday, he went on ESPN’s First Take with Stephen A. Smith to hash out his feelings on the matter. In short, Anthony says he does […]
Read MoreFormer Kansas Star Ben McLemore Has Signed With A New NBA Team
Free agency has reached its quietest point of the offseason, but that doesn’t mean deals aren’t being made. On Tuesday, former Kansas star Ben McLemore struck a deal with a contending franchise in the Western Conference. McLemore had loads of potential coming out of college. In his freshman season at Kansas, the athletic swingman averaged […]
Read MoreVideo: Russell Westbrook Destroyed A Kid During Basketball Camp
Over the course of his career, Russell Westbrook has always played with a relentless aggression. Well, it also appears the All-Star guard shows no mercy to children as well. As Westbrook prepares for the first season of his NBA career outside of Oklahoma City, the former MVP spent time with kids at his basketball camp. […]
Read More2 Teams Reportedly “Strongly” Pushing For Andre Iguodala Trade
The Memphis Grizzlies acquired Andre Iguodala in a trade with the Golden State Warriors, but have little interest in actually keeping him on the roster next season. They’re working hard to find a trade partner, and two teams seem to be emerging as the top options. According to Stadium NBA insider Shams Charania, there are […]
Read MoreTyson Chandler Is Signing A One-Year Deal With The Houston Rockets
The Houston Rockets appear to be gearing up for a title run. Just one day after acquiring Russell Westbrook in a trade with the Oklahoma City Thunder, the Rockets have bolstered their frontcourt. Marc Stein of the New York Times reports that Houston has added Tyson Chandler. Chandler will sign a one-year deal with the […]
Read MoreESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski Names Potential Trade Partner For Chris Paul
The Oklahoma City Thunder acquired Chris Paul in tonight’s blockbuster deal with the Houston Rockets, but they might not be the final destination for the perennial All-Star. Paul will likely be best utilized playing on a winning team, and the Thunder seem to be committed to a full rebuild. This has caused speculation at the […]
Read MoreA Blockbuster 3-Team Russell Westbrook Trade Reportedly Being Pursued
The sweepstakes for Russell Westbrook are in full effect as teams are preparing to make an offer for him. Miami has been considered the favorite to land the All-Star point guard, but it appears it’ll have competition on the trade market. Westbrook has been the heart and soul of the Oklahoma City Thunder for the […]
Read MoreKyrie Irving Is Reportedly Already Doing Some Recruiting For Brooklyn
Kyrie Irving hasn’t even put the pen to paper yet on his impending deal with the Brooklyn Nets but he’s already working to make them a contender next season. He’s apparently working to recruit some of his ex-teammates to join him at the Barclays Center. According to NBA writer Alex Kennedy, Kyrie recently spoke to […]
Read MoreNBA Insider: Rockets “Believe They Have Trade Partner” For Clint Capela
The Houston Rockets reportedly believe they have a trade partner for forward Clint Capela. According to a report from Marc Stein of the New York Times, the Rockets may have a trade partner. However, the Rockets do not plan to deal Capela unless Houston is confident it can land Jimmy Butler. “The Rockets believe they […]
Read MoreThere’s A New Free Agency Favorite For Jimmy Butler
Philadelphia 76ers forward Jimmy Butler is slated to get a big payday when he hits free agency this weekend. Though it was initially thought he might stay on the East Coast, the sports books seem to think he may be heading out west. According to OddsShark, the Houston Rockets have been tabbed as the betting […]
Read MoreRockets Player Has Brutally Honest Comment About Moving Forward
The Rockets have dealt with heartbreak in back-to-back seasons, falling short in the playoffs to the Warriors. Some people believe the issue is the lack of unity in the locker room, specifically the rift between Chris Paul and James Harden. Although Houston doesn’t possess much wiggle room in terms of cap space, the front office […]
Read MoreKansas Star Lagerald Vick Lands With NBA Team
Although Kansas saw its streak of having players drafted in the NBA snapped last week, it didn’t stop Lagerald Vick and Dedric Lawson from finding themselves new teams at the next level. Last week, Lawson signed with the Golden State Warriors. It could be an ideal spot for him considering all the injuries that have […]
Read MoreHouston Rockets To Be “Aggressive” In Pursuit Of Jimmy Butler
The Houston Rockets reportedly plan to be “aggressive” in their pursuit of an NBA star this off-season. According to a report from Brian T. Smith of the Houston Chronicle, the Rockets focused their sights on Philadelphia 76ers star Jimmy Butler. Late last week, Yahoo Sports’ Chris Haynes confirmed Butler will opt out of his contract with […]
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