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Fred VanVleet Return Should Help the Rockets Lower Their Turnovers

The Houston Rockets defeated the Phoenix Suns for their fourth win Wednesday night. This win helped the Rockets keep pace with the Memphis Grizzlies. With the Los Angeles Lakers' loss to the Milwaukee Bucks on Thursday, the Rockets are now only a half-game behind the Lakers.

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Rockets Finding Ways to Win Without Amen Thompson

The Houston Rockets haven't played with Amen Thompson on the floor since he sprained his ankle against the New Orleans Pelicans, but the team hasn't skipped a beat.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / March 14

Five Questions Ahead of Mavs vs. Rockets

The Houston Rockets are taking on the depleted Dallas Mavericks tonight at Toyota Center. To learn more about the Mavs' current state of affairs, we spoke with Dallas Mavericks on SI editor Austin Veazey.

Alperen Sengun News / Houston Rockets on SI / March 14

Alperen Sengun Has Found His Shooting Touch in the Month of March

After the Houston Rockets' 111-104 victory over the Phoenix Suns, the Rockets' record improved to 41-25 on the season. The win was the Rockets' fourth straight victory, giving them as many wins as they had all last season.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / March 14

Rockets Have Been the Homecourt Heroes This Season

The Houston Rockets have thrived at home all season. They've won 23 of their 33 home games and picked up some signature victories at home. The Rockets are continuing that trend into their most recent stretch of games, riding into a home matchup against the Dallas Mavericks on a four-game win streak.

NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / March 14

Houston Rockets vs. Dallas Mavericks Injury Report

After seeing various lulls throughout the season, the Houston Rockets are finally back on a hot-streak. They’ve won four-straight games, and will look

NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / March 13

Rockets' Win Over Suns Directly Impacts Draft Pick

The Houston Rockets are playing incredible basketball as of late, holding the top defensive rating in the NBA over the last five games (107.7). Houston is 4-1 over its last five, with a 41-25 record on the season.

NBA News / Field Level Media / March 13

Rockets put win streak up against defense-challenged Mavericks

With veteran point guard Fred VanVleet playing for just the second time since an ankle injury sidelined him for 16 of the previous 17 games, the Houston Rockets exercised some caution Wednesday relative to the workload they heaped upon him.

Houston Rockets News / Last Word On Sports / March 13

Rockets In Play-In Standings Battle Versus These 2 Teams

It’s a testament to the terrific season the Rockets have had that their main goal now is to avoid the play-in. The expectation coming into it was that they would be on the outside looking in.

Fred VanVleet News / Athlon Sports / March 13

What to make of Fred VanVleet's return to Rockets' lineup

The Houston Rockets pocketed its fourth consecutive victory with a 111-104 win over the Phoenix Suns on Wednesday evening. Most notably, the Rockets' floor general returned to the hardwood for the first time since Feb.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / March 13

Rockets Have One Glaring Weakness Going Into Final Month of Regular Season

The Houston Rockets are one of the best teams in the league this season, but they are far from perfect. Bleacher Report writer Grant Hughes believes that the Rockets' lack of playmaking could bite them in the butt when the playoffs roll around.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / March 13

Can Houston Rockets Trade for a Superstar this Offseason?

The NBA offseason is starting in just a few months, which means rumors are going to be circulating like wildfire soon. There is one team that stands out to be in the mix for a superstar, and that is the Houston Rockets, who are the No.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / March 13

Rockets Must Get Healthy Before Playoffs

The Houston Rockets have been banged up for a good chunk of the season. Ever since Jabari Smith Jr. broke his hand in early January, the Rockets have yet to be fully healthy.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / March 13

Cornerstones Keep Rockets on Pace in Western Conference Standings

The Houston Rockets will depend on a lineup without two team leaders, Fred VanVleet and Amen Thompson, to stay afloat in the Western Conference standings.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / March 13

Suns' Mason Plumlee, Rockets' Steven Adams ejected after scuffle

Suns center Mason Plumlee and Rockets center Steven Adams were ejected from Wednesday’s game in the second quarter following a confrontation that ended with both players falling to the floor as players and coaches attempted to pull them apart, as Tim MacMahon of ESPN details.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / March 13

Rockets Take Talented SEC Big Man in Latest Mock Draft

The Houston Rockets could have a lottery pick in the 2025 NBA Draft thanks to the Phoenix Suns. While the Rockets don't have much space to develop another young player, they could be convinced with the right prospect.

Aaron Holiday News / The Dream Shake / March 13

Rockets will be looking for stretch run help from Aaron Holiday

With injuries mounting, Houston is going to need the veteran point guard to step up. Aaron Holiday has long been known for his adaptability and willingness to help out when needed.

NBA News / Yardbarker / March 13

Rockets' big win over Suns helps them this year and next

Every Suns loss is a win for the Rockets' draft position this June.

Watch: Rockets' Steven Adams, Suns' Mason Plumlee get ejected for fighting

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NBA News / Field Level Media / March 12

Rockets hold Suns at bay in fourth straight win

Jalen Green scored a game-high 29 points, Alperen Sengun and Dillon Brooks combined for 39 points and the Houston Rockets topped the visiting Phoenix Suns 111-104 on Wednesday.

Houston Rockets News / Last Word On Sports / March 12

Will Rockets Survive Stretch Without Future Star?

The injury to key Houston Rockets starter Amen Thompson is thankfully a minor one. Nonetheless, the Rockets have been finding their position in the Western Conference standings increasingly precarious of late.

Fred VanVleet News / Hoops Rumors / March 11

Rockets star set to return from injury on Wednesday

He has missed 16 of the last 17 games due to a right ankle strain.

Rockets' Amen Thompson out up to two weeks with left ankle sprain

Jalen Green assists short-handed Rockets as they prepare for Suns

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Houston Rockets News / Field Level Media / March 11

Jalen Green assists short-handed Rockets as they prepare for Suns

With both second-year wing Amen Thompson and veteran point guard Fred VanVleet sidelined by ankle injuries, the Houston Rockets were pressed into unusual rotations against the Orlando Magic on Monday and desperate to uncover primary ball-handling options.