After a whirlwind month which saw his mentor Chris Paul depart for Phoenix, a new head coach appointed, multiple teammates leaving in trades or free agency, it’s become increasingly clear that the Oklahoma City Thunder are both prepared and willing to build their team around Shai Gilgeous-Alexander going forward – a belief echoed by GM Sam Presti earlier this weekend. Continue reading
As reported by The Athletic and ESPN, Houston Rockets All-Star guard Russell Westbrook has expressed his desire to leave – less than 18 months after joining in a blockbuster trade from Oklahoma City. After taking a moment to absorb the news, you’ll quickly begin to understand that this latest development isn’t really a surprise at all. Why though and how did we get here? Continue reading
Following a ten-point victory on Thursday evening, the Lakers have edged ever closer to their first Western Conference Finals appearance in a decade. They can clinch that in Game 5, against a Houston side who appear genuinely defeated. Will they finish the job once and for all, or can the Rockets extend their stay in Orlando like Denver did against the Clippers overnight? Continue reading
Despite trailing in the first three quarters, the Lakers responded as expected to take a 2-1 series lead against the Houston Rockets in their Western Conference semi-final matchup. It’ll be interesting to see what adjustments Houston make ahead of Game 4, after showing promise despite lacking decisiveness during clutch moments down the stretch. Who will prevail here? Continue reading
Anthony Davis and LeBron James combined for 62 points, 21 rebounds and 13 assists as the Lakers returned to winning ways in Game 2 with a eight-point victory against the Houston Rockets. After making adjustments to the Rockets’ fast-paced style, will the purple and gold replicate their impressive resurgence from the Portland series and cruise to victory here? Continue reading
Two match previews as the Oklahoma City Thunder aim to level their intriguing matchup against the Houston Rockets after winning an overtime thriller in Game 3 this past weekend, before an impressive Miami Heat team target a record-breaking series sweep at Indiana Pacers’ expense later on tonight. Who will win? Continue reading
A round-up of the latest NBA news recently – an update on Klay Thompson’s return from injury, suggestions Houston are eyeing free agents to bolster their options ahead of the league resuming play on July 30 with more reports and talk besides.
Last week, Carmelo Anthony said he ‘hit rock bottom’ before signing with the Portland Trail Blazers in November 2019. Considering the politics and controversy that has constantly followed him over the past few years, that admission isn’t surprising. However, what’s next for his NBA career post-pandemic? Continue reading
After the Houston Rockets and head coach Mike D’Antoni failed to agree a contract extension last summer, it’s increasingly likely he’ll will depart once the 19-20 season is eventually concluded. Jeff Van Gundy is among the candidates linked. Continue reading
Brooklyn Nets and Houston Rockets are reportedly among the teams interested in Tom Thibodeau’s signature as their next head coach – a decision which will not be rushed after the 62-year-old’s acrimonious Timberwolves departure last year. Continue reading
According to recent reports, the New York Knicks (21-45) are interested in acquiring Oklahoma City Thunder’s All-Star veteran guard Chris Paul this year: they want him to propel them into building a winning culture for years to come.
In one of the NBA’s most expansive trades in nearly 20 years, the Houston Rockets acquired the Minnesota Timberwolves’ Robert Covington and traded center Clint Capela to the Atlanta Hawks as part of a four-team, 12-player deal late Tuesday night – a move with league-wide ramifications ahead of Thursday’s trade deadline. Continue reading
