The Houston Rockets could be in line for another lottery pick in the 2025 NBA Draft given how far down the Phoenix Suns have dropped in the standings. The Rockets are currently looking at the No. 9 overall pick for the draft,

The Houston Rockets have been one of the biggest surprises of the season so far, boasting strong veteran play and one of the better young cores in the entire NBA. But on Thursday night, it will face one of its most important games of the season in a bout with the Memphis Grizzlies.

Memphis Grizzlies coaches, players expressed disappointment after a home loss to the Houston Rockers on Thursday night.

Here's how Zach Edey fared in his 24th NBA game for the Memphis Grizzlies on Thursday night against the Houston Rockets.

Thursday’s game in Memphis was the 11th straight absence for Rockets forward Tari Eason, who is still dealing with soreness in his lower left leg.

Alperen Sengun collected 32 points, 14 rebounds and five assists, Jalen Green added 27 points and Fred VanVleet contributed 22 to lead the Houston Rockets past the Memphis Grizzlies 119-115 for their fifth straight road victory.

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Ja Morant (21.2 ppg) is getting closer to returning for the Grizzlies, but it appears that his shoulder sprain will keep him out for at least one more game tonight. Desmond Bane (16.7 ppg) is questionable with a sprained ankle, while reserves Marcus Smart (9.2 ppg) and Santi Aldama (13.0 ppg) are also on the mend.

No team is without flaws in the NBA, but some of the Houston Rockets' shortcomings are difficult to ignore. Houston lacks consistency on offense, heightened per

Amen Thompson is on a roll, as he put up another stellar outing for the Rockets after entering the starting lineup.

After working on several notable NBA staffs — and winning two championships — Longabardi coveted his current position as the Blue Coats' head coach.