More Houston Rockets News
“That’s How We Guard, Anyway”: Houston Rockets Coach Mocks Team’s Defense by Hilariously Comparing It to Social Distancing
Houston Rockets' head coach Mike D'Antoni jokes about the franchise's bad denfense strategy, and how the team believes in its offensive play.
“It’s Not That Easy”: Former MVP Details the Difficult Coaching Strategy by Houston Rockets’ Mike D’Antoni
Houston Rockets head coach, Mike D'Antoni has a special liking for offensive plays. Former player talks about his exhausting coaching strategy.
“His Notch is Pretty Hot”: Houston Rockets Coach Reveals His High Expectations from Russel Westbrook
Houston Rockets coach Mike D'Antoni touched about the playoff form of Russell Westbrook in a recent chat with the media and mentioned his expectations.
“One Of The Toughest Championships Ever Won”: Houston Rockets Player Explains Why The 2020 NBA Champions Deserve Special Recognition
Houston Rockets player Austin Rivers has expressed the need for an asterisk to be placed next to the winniers of the 2020 NBA Championship.
From Pau Gasol to Dirk Nowitzki, the Best International Players to Have Ever Played in the NBA
With a rise of international talents in the league, let's take a look at some of the best international players to have played in the NBA.
“I Loved Russ as a Brother”: Paul George Talks About His Relationship With Russell Westbrook
Los Angeles Clippers star Paul George said he saw Russell Westbrook, alongside whom he played for two years, as a brother
Houston Rockets Bring In New Defensive Enforcement for the 2020-21 NBA Season
After the NBA Transaction Window officially opened, the Houston Rockets have signed defensive wing David Nwaba, who will directly feature next season.
“If You Write a Book, You Can’t Write it Any Better”: Revisiting the Magical Night that Gave Houston Rockets Their 1994 Championship
26 years ago on this date, the Houston Rockets won their first ever NBA title. Led by Hakeem Olajuwon, they beat the Knicks in a tight seven game series.
“He Is Going To Go Down As One Of The Greatest Players Of All Time.” : Houston Rockets GM Sings Praises Of James Harden
Houston Rockets GM Daryl Morey believes that the team finally has a chance to win, since they have the most veteran players across the league.
No Private Workout for LeBron James and Lakers as NBA Releases New Guidelines: Report
Why LeBron James and many others are going to have to readjust to the old NBA facility workout routine, rather than their new private workout one.
Gambling and Gaming: Crazy Things NBA Has in Store for Everyone at Orlando Bubble When Season Restarts?
Details about health/ safety protocols, accomodation and entertainment that the NBA league has planned for the Orlando bubble.
“A Player to the Level of Michael Jordan & Wilt Chamberlain”: Rockets Legend Lauds James Harden
Houston Rockets legend Hakeem Olajuwon felt James Harden is as good as the likes of Michael Jordan and Wilt Chamberlain were
About Houston Rockets
Houston Rockets 2022: News, Schedule, Roster, Score, Injury Report
The Houston Rockets owned by Tilman Fertitta are part of the NBA's Southwest Division in the Western Conference. Their base is at the city's Toyota Center where they moved ahead of the 2003 season.
The team was established as an expansion team in 1967. They were originally based in San Diego and competed in the NBA as the San Diego Rockets. They won just 15 games in their debut season. However, in a remarkable turnaround, they made the Playoffs in the next year.
In 1971, they moved to Houston. Here, the team did not finish with a winning record until the 1976-77 season. The Houston Rockets reached the Eastern Conference Finals that year.
In 1981, the Houston Rockets became only the second team to reach the NBA Finals with a losing record. As of this season, only the Houston Rockets and the Minneapolis Lakers (1954-1955) have made it to the Playoffs with a losing record.
In 1995, the Houston Rockets were seeded six in the Playoffs and became the lowest seed to lift the Larry O'Brien Championship Trophy. Four players have claimed the NBA MVP award while wearing the Houston Rockets Colors. They are Moses Malone (1979, 1982), Hakeem Olajuwon (1984), and James Harden (2018).
The team is currently under the leadership of Rafael Stone, who serves as the general manager. Head coach Stephen Silas is new to his role, and getting used to the environment.
Achievements and History
Founded | 1967 |
Conference | Western |
Division | Southwest |
General Manager | Rafael Stone |
Head Coach | Stephen Silas |
Arena | Toyota Center |
Championships (2) | (1994,1995) |
Conference Titles (4) | (1981, 1986, 1994, 1995) |
Division Titles (8) | (1977, 1986, 1993, 1994, 2015, 2018, 2019, 2020) |
| Website |
Houston Rockets 2021-22 Roster
No. | Player | Pos | Ht | Wt | Birth Date |
| 8 | Jae'Sean Tate | SF | 6-4 | 230 | October 28, 1995 |
| 0 | Jalen Green | SG | 6-4 | 178 | February 9, 2002 |
| 27 | Daniel Theis | C | 6-8 | 245 | April 4, 1992 |
| 25 | Garrison Mathews | SG | 6-5 | 215 | October 24, 1996 |
| 35 | Christian Wood | C | 6-10 | 214 | September 27, 1995 |
| 2 | David Nwaba | SF | 6-5 | 219 | January 14, 1993 |
| 3 | Kevin Porter Jr. | PG | 6-4 | 203 | May 4, 2000 |
| 10 | Eric Gordon | SG | 6-3 | 215 | December 25, 1988 |
| 15 | Daishen Nix | SG | 6-5 | 224 | February 13, 2002 |
| 21 | Trevelin Queen | SG | 6-6 | 190 | February 25, 1997 |
| 28 | Alperen Sengun | C | 6-9 | 235 | July 25, 2002 |
| 14 | D.J. Augustin | PG | 5-11 | 183 | November 10, 1987 |
| 16 | Usman Garuba | PF | 6-8 | 220 | March 9, 2002 |
| 6 | Kenyon Martin Jr. | SF | 6-6 | 215 | January 6, 2001 |
| 7 | Armoni Brooks | SG | 6-3 | 195 | June 5, 1998 |
| 9 | Josh Christopher | SG | 6-5 | 215 | December 8, 2001 |
