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Jabari Smith Jr. Could Be Traded By Houston Rockets in Offseason

2 months ago | si.com | Houston Rockets |Jeremy Brener

Houston Rockets forward Jabari Smith Jr. is about to face a crossroads in his career. Smith is coming to a close on his third season in the league, which means he is eligible for an extension this summer. On top of that, Tari Eason is due for an extension and Fred VanVleet could also be in line for a new deal. With so many mouths to feed, Smith may be the odd one out if the Rockets have to cut one player adrift.
Will Alperen Sengun Be an All-Star?

Jan 19, 2025 | sports.yahoo.com | Houston Rockets

Alperen Sengun has been one of Houston's best players this season. Sengun had two last season, and two the previous year. In his last 21 games, he is averaging 20.1 points, 10.3 rebounds, and five assists on 50.6% from the field. Sengun has been unstoppable this year when he's on.
Alperen Sengun (23 points) Highlights vs. Portland Trail Blazers l Houston Rockets

Jan 19, 2025 | bvmsports.com | Houston Rockets
Houston Rockets Highlights vs. Portland Trail Blazers

Jan 19, 2025 | bvmsports.com | Houston Rockets
Tari Eason (18 points) Highlights vs. Portland Trail Blazers l Houston Rockets

Jan 19, 2025 | bvmsports.com | Houston Rockets
Jalen Green (26 points) Highlights vs. Portland Trail Blazers l Houston Rockets

Jan 19, 2025 | bvmsports.com | Houston Rockets
Dillon Brooks (22 points) Highlights vs. Portland Trail Blazers l Houston Rockets

Jan 19, 2025 | bvmsports.com | Houston Rockets
Jalen Green Continues Hot Streak as Rockets Beat Trail Blazers in Blowout Win

Jan 19, 2025 | sports.yahoo.com | Houston Rockets

The Houston Rockets beat the Portland Trail Blazers 125-103 as Jalen Green led the way with 26 points. Houston shot 44.4% from the field and 45.2% from three. Alperen Sengun got the Rockets off to a hot start with six points on 3-for-6 field goals before the Trail Blazers called a timeout down 10-2. Houston's lead started to fade away due to Toumani Camara's hot streak and a three from Kris Murray.
How Realistic Is Devin Booker for the Houston Rockets?

Jan 18, 2025 | sports.yahoo.com | Houston Rockets

The Houston Rockets are not necessarily a team in desperate need of going star-hunting, although they've been linked to plenty of big names over the last six months or so. From Jimmy Butler to Giannis Antetokounmpo, Houston has been linked to numerous All-NBA players due to its cap flexibility, stash of draft picks, and young core. The latest name to be thrown in the mix for stars linked to the Rockets is Devin Booker.
Since the Start of 2025 the Rockets Have Went Backwards in This Area

Jan 18, 2025 | sports.yahoo.com | Houston Rockets

The Houston Rockets have suprised a lot of people around the NBA. Despite Thursday's loss to the Sacramento Kings, the Rockets are 8-2 to start 2025. Forward Jabari Smith Jr. broke his hand during a practice earlier this month and has not played since New Year's Day. Thompson has started the last six games after serving his two-game suspension for throwing Tyler Herro to the ground.