Player Analysis
One area each Rockets starter must improve on in 2022-2023
Houston is a young team. That means there’s plenty of space to get better. Here’s how they can do it.
Where does Usman Garuba rank among the NBA’s unknowns?
How will the second year player factor into the Rockets’ rotation?
Can Jabari Smith Jr. be a center in the future?
Should the Houston Rockets be thinking outside of the box with their rookie forward?
Should the Rockets trade for Cam Reddish?
Reddish has fallen short of expectations in his career to date. Should the Rockets gamble on his upside?
How prolific of a passer can Alperen Şengün become?
With a knack for making incredible reads, should the second year pro operate as a point center?
Is Boban Marjanovic sticking around?
Rumors are swirling that the Rockets might keep the veteran big man.
What do the Rockets need from Jabari Smith Jr.?
Smith Jr.’s underdeveloped handle may impede his path to superstardom - or it may not matter.
Celebrate International Left-Handers Day with the Rockets
From John Lucas II to Kevin Porter Jr., the Rockets have had a long history of smooth southpaws.
Who should be the Rockets’ scapegoat in 22-23?
Early preparation often pays off!
Who should be Rockets’ backup point guard in 2022-23?
The Rockets will have two intriguing, unproven options for the role this coming season.
Rockets 2022-23 accolade aspirations
Who in the organization has a chance at bringing home some hardware this season?
Eric Gordon is still valuable to Rockets whether traded or not
Eric Gordon will show his value of being a mentor to the younger players on and off the court.
What should we expect from Jalen Green in 2022-23?
If Green makes the same statisical leaps as his peers, where will he land?
Why a contract extension now is good for Rockets and Kevin Porter Jr.
The two sides want to come to an agreement soon, according to reports.
What we learned from the Las Vegas Summer League
It’s time to put a bow on the 2022-23 Las Vegas Summer League. How will this experience carry into the season?
Jabari Smith’s confidence is growing on offense
Although his defense has been a great highlight, Jabari Smith’s offense is improving for the Rockets in Summer League.
Jabari Smith could help the Rockets reverse two troubling trends
Smith looks like he’s exactly what the Rockets needed.
Can Tari Eason be the steal of the 2022 draft?
Eason fell to the Rockets at 17. Were there any good reasons?
Three takeaways from Rockets-Thunder
Here are three things that stood out from Houston’s win on Saturday.
Stephen Silas has Rockets focusing on defense, but first Summer League game had positives on offense too
Stephan Silas wants the Rockets to better on defense but like the rookies displayed versus the Orlando Magic.
Four remaining free agents that could be worth a look for Rockets
The pickings are slim, but the Rockets don’t need much.
Usman Garuba deserves the backup center minutes
The Rockets chased Mo Bamba, but it’s Usman Garuba who deserves a chance to backup Alperen Sengun.
Coach Silas has interesting decisions to make for his rookies
Where would be the spots on offense and defense to position Jabari Smith, Tari Eason, and TyTy Washington?
What is the Rockets’ direction for all this young talent?
Houston is now loaded with young talent. What is the way forward with roles?
Rockets shooting and defense just improved dramatically with Jabari Smith and Tari Eason
Rafael Stone firmed up two former areas of weakness.
Media sessions with top Rockets draft candidates
TDS was invited to the NBA Draft media sessions. Here’s what we got.
Why the Rockets should pursue Nic Claxton
The front office has a rumored interest in the Nets big man. He’d be a great fit in Houston.
Was Christian Wood trade a case of addition by subtraction for Rockets?
The Rockets just traded, arguably, their best player. Was it the best decision?
Rockets should emphasize defense in NBA Draft whether they move up or not
The end of the lottery has a handful of prospects worthy of moving up for.
Three ways Usman Garuba can take a big step forward next year
Usman Garuba has a chance to take a major step forward.
Four players the Rockets could trade up for with the Brooklyn pick
Are the Rockets content with the 17th pick?
Rockets Roundtable: There is value in the second round to trade into
We talk to three draft experts about the talent beyond the first round.