← All Teams
Houston

Rockets

Conference Western
Division Southwest
Arena Toyota Center
Founded 1967

Latest Rockets Stories

Rockets All-Star vows focus amid season distractions
Houston Rockets

Rockets All-Star vows focus amid season distractions

The Rockets’ lone All-Star stepped onto the podium early this week and addressed the swirl of off-court noise that has followed the team into the 2025-26 campaign. He made it clear that trade chatter and media speculation will not dictate how the roster approaches its daily grind. The message was simple: the work ethic of the players, not the headlines, will determine where Houston lands this season.

Yahoo Sports
Lakers' Six-Game Win Over Rockets Keeps LeBron James Playing
Houston Rockets

Lakers' Six-Game Win Over Rockets Keeps LeBron James Playing

The Los Angeles Lakers closed out the Houston Rockets in a six-game series that proved pivotal for LeBron James. After an up-and-down regular season, the victory gave the veteran star a clear reason to postpone retirement, allowing him to extend his career for another year. The series win not only advanced the team to the next round but also provided a psychological boost that reshaped James’ outlook on his future in the league.

Yahoo Sports Canada
LeBron’s Sixers Deal Shapes Rockets’ Playoff Outlook
Houston Rockets

LeBron’s Sixers Deal Shapes Rockets’ Playoff Outlook

LeBron James signed a two-year, $8 million contract with the Philadelphia 76ers, returning to the Eastern Conference and prompting a ripple effect across the league. While the headline belongs to the Sixers, the move forces the Houston Rockets to reassess their position in a Western Conference that has seen relatively little upheaval this summer. The Rockets must now consider how the shift in talent distribution influences their own roster strategy and free-agent plans.

Sports Illustrated
Jae'Sean Tate returns to Houston on a modest one-year deal
Houston Rockets

Jae'Sean Tate returns to Houston on a modest one-year deal

Jae'Sean Tate has re-signed with the Houston Rockets on a single-year contract that reflects his status as the franchise’s longest-tenured player still on the roster. The veteran forward’s return underscores the organization’s desire to maintain continuity while navigating a roster that is increasingly focused on younger talent. By keeping a familiar face in the mix, Houston signals that experience and institutional knowledge remain valuable components of its rebuilding plan.

CBS Sports
Rockets Eye LeBron James as Free Agency Looms
Houston Rockets

Rockets Eye LeBron James as Free Agency Looms

LeBron James entered the offseason without a signed contract, and as July draws to a close the league still does not know where the 41-year-old will land. Heading toward the later part of July, James has yet to make a decision on his next destination. Last season he posted 20.9 points, 6.1 rebounds and 7.2 assists per game for the Los Angeles Lakers. NBA commissioner Adam Silver has said the league will wait for James before finalizing next season’s schedule.

Sports Illustrated
Will Dunn: The Quiet Architect Behind Houston’s Rise
Houston Rockets

Will Dunn: The Quiet Architect Behind Houston’s Rise

Will Dunn entered the Houston Rockets organization in 2019 as a basketball-operations hire under Mike D’Antoni. When D’Antoni departed, Stephen Silas promoted him to a full-time assistant role, giving Dunn a front-court seat on the coaching staff early in his career. His tenure survived a regime change three years ago, when the team shifted direction and he faced the prospect of moving to the Rio Grande Valley Vipers, the club’s G League affiliate.

Houston Chronicle
Nets Eye Return of 2027 Swap Right to Preserve Rebuild
Houston Rockets

Nets Eye Return of 2027 Swap Right to Preserve Rebuild

The Brooklyn Nets enter the 2026-27 season without control of their 2027 first-round pick because the Houston Rockets hold the right to swap first-round selections that year. That swap right gives Houston the option to exchange its own 2027 pick with Brooklyn’s, effectively taking the Nets’ lottery position if the Rockets land a higher slot. Without the swap right, the Nets cannot guarantee a top pick in a draft class that could reshape the franchise.

Sports Illustrated
Rockets Falter as Grizzlies Take Summer League Lead
Houston Rockets

Rockets Falter as Grizzlies Take Summer League Lead

The Houston Rockets entered their Summer League matchup against the Memphis Grizzlies with a roster of young talent eager to make a mark. The game unfolded at a brisk tempo, with both squads looking to showcase their offensive instincts and defensive hustle. Early exchanges highlighted the Rockets' willingness to push the ball upcourt, while the Grizzlies responded with disciplined ball movement that kept the contest tightly contested.

NBA.com

Rockets Salary Cap

Full contracts → Draft history
Total Cap $226.3M
Cap Space -$61.3M
Est. Tax Bill $0
Dead Cap $0
#PlayerPosAgeTypeCap HitGuaranteed
1Kevin DurantSF38VET-EXT$43.9M$43.9M
2Alperen SengunC24RK-EXT$35.6M$35.6M
3Fred VanVleetPG32FA$25.0M$25.0M
4Jabari Smith Jr.PF23RK-EXT$23.6M$23.6M
5Dorian Finney-SmithPF33FA$13.3M$13.3M
6Steven AdamsC33VET-EXT$13.0M$13.0M
7Amen ThompsonPG24RK-1ST$12.3M$12.3M
8Reed SheppardSG22RK-1ST$11.1M$11.1M
9Clint CapelaC32S&T$7.0M$7.0M
10J.D. DavisonPG24ROS$2.6M—

Salary data via Spotrac. Updated daily.