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Houston Rockets center Steven Adams is one of the most physical players in the league. This was proven in a survey conducted by The Athletic that featured answers from players and personnel from across the NBA.

Houston Rockets News / Athlon Sports / April 19

Houston Rockets Steven Adams Expects the Crowd to ' Be Freaking Lit'

Houston Rockets reserve center Steven Adams is looking forward to his first playoffs with the Rockets. Adams has been a key member off the bench this season, allowing head coach Ime Udoka to play a big lineup at times.

NBA News / The Dream Shake / April 19

Draymond Green and Steven Adams have some history ahead of Rockets-Warriors NBA Playoff series

These two always seem to wind up clashing. It’s no secret that Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green and Houston Rockets center Steven Adams have a history of incidents.

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NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / April 17

Fred VanVleet called out Draymond Green over Steven Adams kick, bitter rivalry set to return

In light of the Golden State Warriors taking on the Houston Rockets, take a look at this hilarious callout by Fred VanVleet. The 2024-25 NBA season has been full of ups and downs for the Golden State Warriors, but they have finally clinched a playoff berth.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 17

Steven Adams Key For Rockets vs. Warriors

The Houston Rockets will have a size advantage when they play the Golden State Warriors in their first round playoff series. Because of that, veteran center Steven Adams will have the chance to play a massive role for the Rockets as they look to take down their archnemesis of the past decade.

NBA News / Fadeaway World / April 16

Steven Adams Will Face Draymond Green Again Nine Years After Controversial Groin Kick: 'I Wouldn't Say We're Mates...'

Going into the first round of this year's NBA playoffs, the Houston Rockets are preparing for a bitter fight ahead against Stephen Curry, Draymond Green, and the Golden State Warriors.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 14

Houston Rockets Had One of the Best Rebounding Seasons in Franchise History

The Houston Rockets finished their 2024-2025 regular season with a 126-111 loss to the Denver Nuggets on Sunday afternoon. The Rockets lost their last three games of the regular season and finished 52-30.

Milwaukee Bucks News / WI Sports Heroics / April 9

Milwaukee Bucks: Veteran Big Man Labeled as 'Tier 1 Free Agent' in Upcoming Offseason

While the Milwaukee Bucks are looking to close out their season strong in 2025, some are already looking ahead to the offseason. The Bucks have a few free

NBA News / Yardbarker / April 5

Rockets expose Thunder's biggest weakness in blowout win

The Oklahoma City Thunder's biggest vulnerability last season was a lack of size. Friday night, the Houston Rockets' big men dominated inside to break OKC's 11-game win streak.

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NBA News / Athlon Sports / April 1

Steven Adams, Dorian Finney-Smith's Tense Confrontation Caught on Camera During Lakers vs. Rockets Game

Coach Ime Udoka's Houston Rockets hit the road to battle the Los Angeles Lakers on Monday night in a pivotal game among Western Conference contenders. The Lakers made up ground on the Rockets with a workmanlike 104-98 win over coach Udoka's team, but it wasn't all smooth sailing for coach JJ Redick's Lakers.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / March 22

Steven Adams Leads Rockets Rebounding Efforts

The Houston Rockets are the best rebounding team in the NBA, and part of the reason behind that has to do with the introduction of Steven Adams into the rotation.

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 / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 13

Rockets’ Ime Udoka has savage take on Steven Adams-Mason Plumlee fight

On Wednesday night, a skirmish broke out between Steven Adams and Mason Plumlee during the second quarter of the Houston Rockets’ 111-104 win over the Phoenix Suns.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / March 12

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

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

Wednesday’s game between the Houston Rockets and Phoenix Suns quickly turned into a UFC heavyweight fight.

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Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / March 7

Steven Adams Shows Impact in Rockets Win Over Pelicans

When the Houston Rockets first traded for Steven Adams before the trade deadline in 2024, some asked why they would trade for someone who would not see the court for the rest of that season.

Houston Rockets News / Hoops Rumors / February 24

Cody Zeller expected to remain away from Rockets

In a salary-dump deal just before the February 6 deadline, the Hawks traded veteran center Cody Zeller and a 2028 second-round pick to Houston to move below the luxury tax threshold.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / February 21

Rockets' Steven Adams Must Consider Long Game

Houston Rockets center Steven Adams is the biggest difference for the team from this year compared to last. Adams, 31, was out all of last season with a knee injury, which prompted the Memphis Grizzlies to send him to the Houston Rockets at the trade deadline.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / February 5

Rockets Should Rethink Steven Adams-Lakers Trade Amid Reports

The Houston Rockets center Steven Adams has generated interest from the trade market ahead of Thursday's NBA trade deadline. Per The Athletic's Sam Amick, the Los Angeles Lakers have inquired about Adams, as they are in heavy pursuit of a center.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / February 4

Lakers Trade Rumors: Interest In Centers Like Steven Adams & Robert Williams

The Los Angeles Lakers already had a need at center and it is even more pressing now with the team trading away Anthony Davis in the blockbuster deal that landed them Luka Doncic.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / February 4

Report: Lakers Have Had Trade Talks With Rockets About Steven Adams

According to NBA insider Sam Amick of The Athletic, the Los Angeles Lakers have had trade talks with the Houston Rockets about Steven Adams. The Lakers

Houston Rockets News / Last Word On Sports / January 24

Steven Adams and the Rockets’ Center Trade Rumors

The Houston Rockets have been linked in trade rumors to Portland Trail Blazers big man Robert Williams III. Williams’ fit intrigues because of his relationship with Houston head coach Ime Udoka.

Houston Rockets News / Fadeaway World / October 4

Steven Adams Delivers Viral Response To Fan Who Caught Him Buying Condoms With A Hooker

NBA big man Steven Adams has been mostly laying low this offseason, but he still does make time to troll the fans. On Friday, his latest victim was X user 'Lob City Bandwagon' who caught a stray after claiming to have seen Adams buying condoms at a local CVS pharmacy.

Houston Rockets News / Fadeaway World / October 3

Steven Adams Shows Off His Small And Simple Bedroom In Houston

Steven Adams may have surprised fans when he shared his new set-up in the bedroom of his new house. He shared a picture of his bedroom on his Instagram story, where all that can be seen in the room is an air mattress, a pillow, and an iPad on the window sill.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Larry Brown Sports / January 29, 2024

NBA players voted big man who has missed entire season to start All-Star Game

Five players who have not taken the court this season received votes from their peers, including Memphis Grizzlies center Steven Adams.

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Memphis Grizzlies News / Yardbarker / March 10, 2023

Reeling Grizzlies dealt another blow with news on big man

The Memphis Grizzlies relayed that center Steven Adams is expected to miss at least another four weeks after receiving a stem cell injection as he recovers from a PCL sprain. He might miss the rest of the regular season.

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