ClutchPoints 15 hours ago
Isiah Thomas explains how Russell Westbrook and James Harden will fit together on Rockets
NBA icon Isiah Thomas joined the set of First Things First on Monday morning. Amid the wide-ranging discussion, the former Pistons point guard was asked to comment on the Rockets’ pairing of James Harden and Russell Westbrook. Some experts feel that Harden and Westbrook will struggle to find a rhythm on the court. Naysayers claim […] The post Isiah Thomas explains how Russell Westbrook and James Harden will fit together on Rockets appeared first on ClutchPoints.
ClutchPoints 7 hours ago
Jalen Rose says Rockets’ James Harden will have to do things on the floor with Russell Westbrook which he didn’t do with Chris Paul
Jalen Rose says that for the James Harden-Russell Westbrook pairing to work in the Houston Rockets, Harden will have to do things on the floor with Westbrook which he didn’t do with Chris Paul. The ESPN analyst and former NBA guard thinks Harden has to have...
ClutchPoints 16 hours ago
Isiah Thomas is picking Rockets to win the West
Basketball Hall of Famer Isiah Thomas appears to have some extremely high hopes on the new pairing of James Harden and Russell Westbrook with the Houston Rockets. So much so, that the former 12-time All-Star has already declared the Rockets to be his favorite to...
10 hours ago
Watch: Anthony Davis says his future might include the Chicago Bulls | BS or Real Talk | The Jump
Rachel Nichols, Jorge Sedano and Dave McMenamin play "BS or Real Talk," discussing (0:11) Los Angeles Lakers big man Anthony Davis saying he would consider playing for his hometown Chicago Bulls; (1:49) James Harden saying he and former Houston Rockets te
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www.chron.com 13 hours ago
Rockets forward P.J. Tucker plans to attend USA Basketball training camp
The departures from the USA Basketball roster of training camp participants will not change Rockets forward P.J. Tucker's plans.
The Dream Shake 22 hours ago
James Harden, Eric Gordon to skip on FIBA World Cup
Photo by David Ramos/ The Rockets are down two out of three guys from the FIBA squad. James Harden and Eric Gordon are two of the latest players to announce they will not participate in the FIBA World Cup this summer. Harden, fresh off the announcement of his stake in the Houston Dynamo-Dash ownership group, told San Antonio Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich on Friday that he will not be joining the team in China next month. The 2018 NBA MVP said that his primary focus this offseason is preparing with the new Rockets roster. Saturday, Gordon followed Harden’s lead. The former Sixth Man...
House of Houston Jul 21, 2019
Houston Rockets: Expect more isolation plays from Harden and Westbrook
Houston Rockets guards James Harden and Russell Westbrook will be tasked with scoring the bulk of the team’s via isolation plays. Why? Let’s talk. The Houston Rockets are primed for likely another eventful season in the Association after making the trade that was heard around the world, a blockbuster one that landed them Russell Westbrook. […] Houston Rockets: Expect more isolation plays from Harden and Westbrook - House of Houston - House of Houston - A Houston Sports Site - Texans, Rockets, Astros, Dynamo, Cougars and More!
House of Houston Jul 20, 2019
Houston Rockets: James Harden has a gift for fans next season
Houston Rockets guard James Harden has something brewing in the lab and it will be interesting to see how it pans out next season. What will it be? The Houston Rockets are back in the fray among the conversation of who will be contenders for the NBA championship. With an offseason that looked like things […] Houston Rockets: James Harden has a gift for fans next season - House of Houston - House of Houston - A Houston Sports Site - Texans, Rockets, Astros, Dynamo, Cougars and More!
www.chron.com Jul 20, 2019
Rockets’ James Harden insists it’s all 'good' with Thunder’s Chris Paul
The Beard told his side of the story for the first time Saturday.
ClutchPoints Jul 20, 2019
Rockets’ James Harden insists rumors of tension with Chris Paul is ‘false talk’
Houston Rockets star James Harden once again insisted rumors indicating that he and former teammate Chris Paul had a poor relationship were false. Per Adam Wexler of KPRC, Harden claimed that all the rumors were just “false talk.” .@JHarden13 on Chris Paul and all the media chatter the last few weeks, said it was all […] The post Rockets’ James Harden insists rumors of tension with Chris Paul is ‘false talk’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.
ClutchPoints Jul 20, 2019
3 late free agency targets the Rockets should consider
By winning the Russell Westbrook lottery, the Houston Rockets have successfully propelled themselves into the conversation of title contenders for the upcoming season. By pairing two of the league’s Most Valuable Player winners in the past three years, Houston have formed one of the most dynamic, exciting, and at the same time mind-boggling backcourt duos […] The post 3 late free agency targets the Rockets should consider appeared first on ClutchPoints.
ClutchPoints Jul 19, 2019
Rockets on win-now mode, will worry about Russell Westbrook down the line
When the Houston Rockets acquired former NBA MVP Russell Westbrook from the Oklahoma City Thunder in exchange for Chris Paul and picks, it could only mean one thing: time to put up or shut up. Via Evan McIntyre of The Athletic, a source close to the Rockets organization echoes that sentiment. “We’re trying to win […] The post Rockets on win-now mode, will worry about Russell Westbrook down the line appeared first on ClutchPoints.
ClutchPoints Jul 19, 2019
Chris Broussard betting Rockets’ James Harden will go down as a ringless all-time great similar to Charles Barkley, Karl Malone
There is no doubt that Houston Rockets megastar James Harden has already cemented his legacy as one of the best offensive players in NBA history. He has an MVP trophy and statistical records to show for it. However, as phenomenal as he has been over the past couple of years, he has always come up […] The post Chris Broussard betting Rockets’ James Harden will go down as a ringless all-time great similar to Charles Barkley, Karl Malone appeared first on ClutchPoints.
ClutchPoints Jul 19, 2019
Rockets star James Harden confident his partnership with Russell Westbrook is ‘going to work’
Speaking at an Adidas event, Houston Rockets star James Harden commented on his highly anticipated partnership with former Oklahoma City Thunder teammate and former NBA MVP Russell Westbrook. Harden shared his excitement to play alongside Westbrook once again. And despite questions about their fit, the 2018 NBA MVP said that their partnership is “going to […] The post Rockets star James Harden confident his partnership with Russell Westbrook is ‘going to work’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.
ClutchPoints Jul 19, 2019
Video: Kid questions Rockets star James Harden for his step-back, says it’s a travel
The debate over the legality of James Harden’s patented step-back 3-pointer has pivoted from adults to children. Making an appearance at an Adidas store, the Houston Rockets All-Star guard was called out by a young “fan” and proceeded to explain the move to the kid. Kid to James Harden: What made you do that traveling […] The post Video: Kid questions Rockets star James Harden for his step-back, says it’s a travel appeared first on ClutchPoints.
ClutchPoints Jul 19, 2019
Mike D’Antoni ‘really happy’ Rockets didn’t trade Eric Gordon, PJ Tucker, Clint Capela
Mike D’Antoni is “really happy” the Houston Rockets didn’t trade Eric Gordon, PJ Tucker or Clint Capela this summer. Gordon, Tucker and Capela were all mentioned in trade rumors, especially when the Rockets were trying to acquire Jimmy Butler. Houston got the best of both worlds this offseason. They were able to acquire former MVP […] The post Mike D’Antoni ‘really happy’ Rockets didn’t trade Eric Gordon, PJ Tucker, Clint Capela appeared first on ClutchPoints.
ClutchPoints Jul 19, 2019
Mike D’Antoni says Rockets need Russell Westbrook’s rebounding and athleticism
Head coach Mike D’Antoni says the Houston Rockets need Russell Westbrook’s rebounding skills and athleticism. Westbrook is one of the most explosive point guards in NBA history, and he has averaged a triple-double three seasons in a row now. Mike D’Antoni is looking forward to the former MVP helping out the Rockets on the glass. […] The post Mike D’Antoni says Rockets need Russell Westbrook’s rebounding and athleticism appeared first on ClutchPoints.
ClutchPoints Jul 19, 2019
Rockets’ James Harden says he’s happy to not be part of ‘NBA shuffle’
Houston Rockets superstar guard James Harden is happy he’s not part of the “NBA shuffle” which has been taking place in the league. Last season, Jimmy Butler and Anthony Davis requested trades. Butler is now on the Miami Heat after splitting time with the Minnesota Timberwolves and Philadelphia 76ers in 2018-19, while Davis is on […] The post Rockets’ James Harden says he’s happy to not be part of ‘NBA shuffle’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.
