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2018 NBA free agency tracker

Where will Chris Paul, LeBron James and Paul George sign as free agents this off-season?

NBA.com Staff

Harden thrilled to be MVP

James Harden said "it doesn't stop here" after finally being named NBA MVP and revealed that he did not prepare a speech for fear he might miss out again.

Peter Thompson

NBA awards 2018: James Harden wins first career MVP award

James Harden averaged 30.4 points, 8.8 assists and 5.4 rebounds and led the Rockets to the No. 1 seed in the Western Conference.

NBA.con Staff

LIVE STREAM: Watch the 2018 NBA Awards Show

Watch all the action from the 2018 NBA Awards live and free on NBA Australia.

NBA Australia

Stating the case for every 2018 NBA Awards finalist

We already know who the finalists are for the 2018 NBA Awards, so let's take a look at each of their cases before the league crowns its winners.

Scott Rafferty

When is the 2018 NBA Awards Show? Date, time, how to watch

Here's all the information you need to know about the 2018 NBA Awards show.

Carlan Gay

Report: Rockets confident they'll re-sign Chris Paul

Paul, a nine-time All-Star, averaged 18.6 points and 7.9 assists per game for Houston last season.

E.Jay Zarett

NBA Draft winners and losers: Mavs, Rockets nail picks; Cavs left with big questions

Who came out on top at the 2018 NBA Draft? And who left Barclays Center in desperate need of a summer vacation?

Chris Stone

Report: Australian swingman Deng Adel to play Summer League with Houston Rockets

Deng Adel was not selected in the NBA Draft, but he will get his chance to make the league, paying with the Houston Rockets in Las Vegas Summer League.

Benyam Kidane

NBA Draft 2018: A History of Australians in the NBA Draft

Ben Simmons and Andrew Bogut highlight the deep history of Australian's being picked in the NBA Draft.

James McKern

Report: Rockets forward Trevor Ariza looking for $50-$60 million contract

Ariza averaged 11.7 points and 4.4 rebounds per game last season.

E.Jay Zarett

2018 NBA awards ballot: How would playoff performances change MVP, ROY voting?

The NBA playoffs hold zero impact in how voters pick the top players and coaches in major award categories. What would happen if we changed that this year?

Sean Deveney

Report: Rockets ‘not a realistic’ option for LeBron James

Houston has been considered a frontrunner to land James if he becomes a free agent this summer, but that may not be the case.

E.Jay Zarett

Harden named NBPA MVP

James Harden has been voted the National Basketball Players' Association (NBPA) MVP for 2017-18.

Christopher Devine

Houston Rockets' front office hoping to keep core players in free agency

As the off-season looms, the Houston Rockets have some big roster decisions to make, with Clint Capela and Chris Paul's free agency at the top of the list.

NBA.com Staff

Warriors' Stephen Curry doesn't need ball in his hands to drive defenses crazy

While Stephen Curry is known more for his ability to create his own shot off the dribble, the two-time MVP is equally as devastating without the ball in his hands.

Scott Rafferty

Kevin Durant: LeBron James is playing 'next-level basketball'

Kevin Durant says the Warriors will have their "work cut out" against LeBron James' Cavaliers in the NBA Finals.

Tom Webber

Mike D'Antoni unfazed by 27 straight missed three-pointers, says Rockets have 'the right formula'

The Rockets missed a playoff-record 27 straight threes against the Warriors, but Houston coach Mike D'Antoni was unfazed.

Tom Webber

Rockets' run ends with 'what if' questions lingering in background of Game 7 loss

Heading into the offseason after a disappointing finish in the Western Conference finals, the Rockets are left with a few "what if" questions to ponder.

Jordan Greer

Eric Gordon says Rockets would have made the Finals if Chris Paul played Game 7

Would Chris Paul have been the difference in Game 7? Eric Gordon certainly believes so.

Benyam Kidane

Three takeaways from the Warriors' Game 7 comeback win over the Rockets

The Warriors are back in the NBA Finals after a 15-point comeback Game 7 win on the road in Houston over the Rockets.

Carlan Gay

Warriors fight back to beat Rockets in Game 7 and set up Finals rematch with Cavs

Will the Rockets or Warriors face the Cavs for the NBA championship? Follow along here for live updates from Game 7 of the Western Conference finals.

Jordan Greer

Steve Kerr calls Game 7 opening period one of 'worst quarters' Warriors have ever played

The Warriors shot 2 of 10 from 3-point range in the first quarter and 7 of 20 from the floor.

Thomas Lott

Rockets point guard Chris Paul ruled out for Game 7 with hamstring injury

Paul is averaging 21.1 points and 5.8 assists per game in the playoffs.

E.Jay Zarett

Warriors vs Rockets: Game 7 Preview - Can the Rockets win without Chris Paul?

The Golden State Warriors and Houston rockets lock horns in the Western Conference Finals in a blockbuster Game 7.

NBA.com Staff

Mike D'Antoni says Chris Paul is a 'game-time decision' for Game 7

Paul is averaging 21.1 points and 5.8 assists per game in the playoffs.

E.Jay Zarett

Legacies at stake on both sides in Game 7 of Western Conference finals

Finals berths are always hotly contested, but this year's finale between the Golden State Warriors and Houston Rockets is even more urgent for a variety of participants

Shaun Powell

NBA playoffs 2018: Today's scores, schedule, live updates

Live updates, scores and schedule for today's NBA playoff games.

NBA.com Staff

Paul play 'less likely than likely'

Chris Paul's status for the final game of the Western Conference finals doesn't look promising.

Kirstie Chiappelli

Curry, Durant talk up Thompson

Klay Thompson's 35 points and tireless defensive work up against Houston Rockets star James Harden on Sunday (AEST) helped Golden State Warriors set up Game 7 of the Western Conference finals, leaving Kevin Durant and Stephen Curry to marvel at their team-mate's calmness under pressure.

Iain Strachan

Harden: 'No pressure' on Rockets

James Harden isn't sweating Sunday's (AEST) blowout.

Kirstie Chiappelli

WATCH: Charles Barkley, Draymond Green make peace after Game 6

After going back and forth in the media the two sat down after Game 6 on Sunday.

Tom Gatto

Warriors 'operating under the assumption' Andre Iguodala won't play in Game 7

Iguodala has averaged 7.9 points and 4.9 rebounds in 13 playoff games.

E.Jay Zarett

Warriors' Nick Young says Dennis Rodman spoke to him in a dream and told him to play defense in Game 6

Nick Young gave a shoutout to the two-time Defensive Player of the Year after doing work on defense in Game 6.

Gabe Fernandez

Thompson, Curry combine to beat Rockets as Warriors force Game 7

The Golden State Warriors put on a dominant second half performance to beat the Houston Rockets 115-86 and force a Game 7.

Jordan Greer

Three takeaways from the Warriors' huge Game 6 win over the Rockets

The Golden State Warriors put on a dominant second half performance to beat the Houston Rockets 115-86 and force a Game 7.

Benyam Kidane

Klay Thompson after 35-point performance in Warriors' Game 6 win: 'I don't want to go home'

Klay Thompson came alive in Game 6 with a 35-point performance helping the Warriors force a Game 7 in Houston on Tuesday.

Carlan Gay

CP3 ruled out of Game 6

Rockets point guard Chris Paul's right hamstring injury suffered in Friday's (AEST) Game 5 win over the Warriors will force him to miss Sunday's Game 6, the team announced on Saturday morning.

Bob Hille

Andre Iguodala to miss Game 6

Iguodala has averaged 7.9 points and 4.9 rebounds in 13 playoff games.

E.Jay Zarett

Game 6 preview: James Harden, Rockets look to advance to NBA Finals without Chris Paul

Without star guard Chris Paul, the 1-seed Rockets look to advance to the NBA Finals for the first time since 1995 while the defending champion Warriors try to force a decisive Game 7.

Gilbert McGregor

Draymond Green still confident Warriors will reach NBA Finals

Draymond Green is confident the Warriors will win the series, even though Golden State is down 3-2 heading into Game 6.

Chelsea Howard

Warriors' Andre Iguodala questionable for Game 6 vs. Rockets

Andre Iguodala missed Game 4 and 5 to a left leg contusion, but is questionable for Game 6 on Saturday.

Chelsea Howard

Chris Paul paves way for Rockets, but will he see end of the tunnel?

Rockets star guard Chris Paul exited Game 5 with a hamstring injury and will now miss Game 6, the Rockets will need to survive without him.

Sekou Smith

James Harden not worried about shooting struggles

Harden missed all 11 of his 3-point attempts in Houston’s Game 5 win over the Warriors.

E.Jay Zarett

D'Antoni: CP3 'worried'

Rockets point guard Chris Paul's right hamstring injury suffered in Friday's (AEST) Game 5 win over the Warriors will be evaluated further on Saturday and his availability for Game 6 is in question, coach Mike D'Antoni says.

Bob Hille

Kerr: 'I'm extremely confident we're going to take care of business'

The Golden State Warriors find themselves in unfamiliar territory, but the situation hasn't fazed coach Steve Kerr or forward Draymond Green.

James McKern

Chris Paul dealing with hamstring injury after Game 5 win vs. Warriors

After driving for a layup, Paul collided with Warriors guard Quinn Cook and came up grabbing his right hamstring.

Chelsea Howard

Three takeaways from the Rockets' Game 5 win over the Warriors

The Houston Rockets are one win away from a trip to the NBA Finals, thanks to a scrappy 98-94 win over the Golden State Warriors.

James McKern

Rockets hold off Warriors to claim Game 5, take 3-2 series lead

Which Western Conference juggernaut will grab a 3-2 lead? Follow along here for live updates from Game 5 of Warriors vs. Rockets.

Jordan Greer

Rockets honored Santa Fe HS victims, first responders at Game 5 vs. Warriors

The Rockets honored the victims, families and first responders of the Santa Fe school shooting before Game 5 against the Warriors.

Chelsea Howard

Game 5 preview: How will Warriors respond to Game 4 collapse?

In Game 4, Houston finally won at Oracle Arena and snapped the Warriors' 16-game home postseason winning streak.

NBA.com Staff

Andre Igoudala ruled out for Warriors ahead of critical Game 5

Klay Thompson will take to the floor, but the Warriors will be without Igoudala for Game 5 of the Western Conference Finals.

Alec Brzezinski

Chris Paul's Game 4 performance shows exactly why the Rockets traded for him

Chris Paul’s breakout performance in Game 4 of the Western Conference Finals couldn’t have come at a better moment.

Scott Rafferty

Curry: Warriors ready to go

Stephen Curry said his poor final quarter was not to blame for the Golden State Warriors' first home defeat in the NBA playoffs for two years.

Peter Thompson

Rockets backed up talk - Harden

James Harden felt the Houston Rockets proved they have the mental toughness to dethrone the Golden State Warriors after ending their long unbeaten home record in the NBA playoffs.

Peter Thompson

WATCH: Anthony Joshua joins in Steph Curry's pre-game warm-up ahead of Game 4 vs Rockets

Heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua executed a neat give-and-go with the Warriors star during warmups, but not even that play could get TNT's Reggie Miller to get Joshua's name right during the telecast.

Tom Gatto

Steve Kerr on Warriors' poor fourth quarter: 'We just ran out of gas'

The Warriors connected on just 3-of-18 shots in the fourth as the Rockets hung on to win 95-92.

Benyam Kidane

Three takeaways from the Rockets gutsy Game 4 win over the Warriors

The Rockets hung tough with the Warriors and tied the series with a huge road victory in Game 4.

Carlan Gay

Rockets hang on to win thriller in Golden State, tie series at 2-2

James Harden (30 points) and Chris Paul (27 points) led the way for the Rockets, pushing Houston to a 95-92 victory over the Warriors at Oracle Arena.

Jordan Greer

Three takeaways from the Rockets gutsy Game 4 win over the Warriors

The Rockets hung tough with the Warriors and tied the series with a huge road victory in Game 4.

Carlan Gay

WATCH: James Harden dunks all over Draymond Green

James Harden produced the play of the day with this monster dunk on Dramyond Green.

Thomas Lott

Game 4 preview: James Harden, Rockets attempt to even series in tough road test

After a convincing 41-point rout in Game 3, Golden State looks to build a 3-1 lead over the West's No. 1 seed, while the Rockets try to tie things up before the series shifts back to Houston.

Gilbert McGregor

Warriors' Andre Iguodala doubtful for Game 4 with knee soreness

Iguodala appeared to injure his knee during Game 3 on Monday and is still dealing with soreness.

Kirstie Chiappelli

David Aldridge: Morning Tip Q&A with Warriors star Steph Curry

NBA.com's David Aldridge sits down with Warriors star Steph Curry to talk Rockets, his injury and much more.

David Aldrdige

The Warriors are leaning on Kevin Durant like never before

How Kevin Durant scored all of his points in Games 1 and 2 against the Rockets was decidedly un-Warriors-like.

Scott Rafferty

Three takeaways from the Warriors' blowout victory over the Rockets

Stephen Curry finally has his breakout game in the playoffs leading the Warriors to a blowout win over the Rockets.

Carlan Gay

Coach Mike D'Antoni says Rockets 'played soft' in Game 3 loss to Warriors

After an impressive display in Game 2, the Rockets came out flat on the road suffering a 41-point loss to the Golden State Warriors.

Benyam Kidane

Curry explodes for 35 points to lead Warriors to big Game 3 win over Rockets

Follow along here for the latest updates and highlights from Game 3 of the Western Conference finals between the Warriors and Rockets.

Jordan Greer

Powell: Warriors feel threatened by Rockets - and that's good news for Golden State

The Warriors are confident their shooting and defense will return in Game 3, but Mike D'Antoni and the road-tested Rockets believe they can beat anybody.

Shaun Powell

Curry not worried by poor shooting

Stephen Curry has knocked down just two of his 13 3-point attempts in the first two games of the Western Conference Finals.

E.Jay Zarett

Game 3 preview: Kevin Durant, Warriors look to continue home postseason dominance

The Warriors have won 15 straight postseason games at Oracle Arena; a 16th straight on Monday would give them a 2-1 lead over the Rockets in the Western Conference finals

Gilbert McGregor

Green: Warriors best 'threatened'

Draymond Green thinks his team will have more than just home-court advantage in Game 3.

Kirstie Chiappelli

Draymond Green's mum cooks Kevin Durant, Warriors on Twitter

Draymond Green's mum was critical of Golden State's offense during Game 2 that, at times, went entirely through Kevin Durant.

Travis Durkee

Blogtable: What's to blame for Stephen Curry's struggles in Western Conference finals?

Each week, we ask our scribes to weigh in on the most important NBA topics of the day.

NBA.com Staff

What's going on with Stephen Curry?

Stephen Curry has continually been targeted by the Rockets on defense and his struggles hurt the Warriors during Game 2.

Sekou Smith

Kevin Durant gets into it with Chris Paul’s brother in Warriors loss

The Warriors were down 93-76 late in the third when C.J. Paul and Durant where caught on camera getting into an argument.

Chelsea Howard

Three takeaways from the Rockets' bounce back win over the Warriors in Game 2

The Houston Rockets looked a lot more like themselves as they cruised to a 127-105 win over the Golden State Warriors in Game 2.

Benyam Kidane

Harden: Warriors not like chess

James Harden does not see the Houston Rockets' Western Conference finals series against the Golden State Warriors as a "chess match".

Tom Webber

Steve Kerr doubles down after Game 2 saying he's not worried about Steph Curry's form

Warriors' coach Steve Kerr defended his two-time MVP again saying he's not worried about him.

Carlan Gay

Rockets bounce back in Game 2 with big win over Warriors to tie series at 1-1

Can the Rockets avoid a 2-0 hole against the mighty Warriors? Follow along for the latest updates and highlights from Thursday's Game 2 matchup.

Jordan Greer

Game 2 preview: Kevin Durant, Warriors seek 2-0 series lead

After losing home court advantage in Game 1, the West's No. 1 seed looks to bounce back against the defending champions.

Gilbert McGregor

The Warriors' 'Hamptons Five' lineup has taken over the 2018 NBA playoffs

The combination of Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson, Andre Iguodala, Kevin Durant and Draymond Green has proven to be the biggest cheat code in the NBA.

Scott Rafferty

Steph Curry says he's fine being James Harden's target

Stephen Curry said he doesn't mind being defended by James Harden as long as the Warriors keep winning.

Gabrielle McMillen

Chris Paul: Warriors 'made us pay' for mistakes in Game 1

The Warriors' ruthless ability to prey on the Rockets' errors was key to Golden State's Game 1 win, James Harden and Chris Paul say.

Ben Spratt

Steve Kerr thinks Stephen Curry's 'best is still to come' in Western Conference Finals

Should the Warriors be worried about Curry's production?

Carlan Gay

Steve Kerr says Kevin Durant is 'the ultimate luxury' after Game 1 win over Rockets

Durant tallied 37 points to lead Golden State to a 119-106 win in Game 1 against the Houston Rockets.

E.Jay Zarett

Warriors overcome James Harden's big night, top Rockets in Game 1

Harden scored 41 points but the Warriors cruised to a 119-106 win in Game 1 of the Western Conference finals.

E.Jay Zarett

Rockets vs. Warriors: Preview, predictions as Western Conference powerhouses collide

The Rockets and Warriors have been the two best teams in the NBA all season. This is the main event we’ve been waiting for, but does Houston have any chance of taking down the defending champs?

Sean Deveney

Numbers Preview: Western Conference Finals Houston Rockets vs. Golden State Warriors

The Warriors and Rockets were the best two teams in the West this season and here's all the numbers you need to know ahead of Game 1 of the Conference Finals.

John Schuhmann

Chris Paul is just latest example of star player needing big move to reach big goals

As we watch how far players like Chris Paul, LeBron James and Kevin Durant have come following their big decisions, it is hard to ignore that the initial anger and vitriol thrown at them has given way to respect and admiration.

Joe Morgan

Revisiting three regular season meetings between Rockets and Warriors

How much stock can be placed in to regular season results? Let's take a look back at how each of the meetings between the Rockets and Warriors unfolded.

Gilbert McGregor

NBA Heat Check: Who has the better backcourt in the Western Conference Finals?

The NBA.com staff weigh in on which superstar backcourt they'd go to battle with.

NBA.com Staff

Steve Kerr: 'Our guys have rings'

Some say the Rockets head into the Western Conference finals with a slight edge over the Warriors, but Golden State coach Steve Kerr isn't necessarily buying it.

Chelsea Howard

NBA playoffs 2018: Thursday's scores, schedule, live updates and highlights

Live updates, scores and schedule for today's NBA playoff games.

NBA Australia

NBA playoffs rookie breakdown: Evaluating performances of Donovan Mitchell, Ben Simmons, Jayson Tatum

Even the youngsters are judged separately on their postseason performances. Let's take a closer look at how Ben Simmons, Jayson Tatum and Donovan Mitchell have fared under the bright lights of the NBA playoffs.

Joe Morgan

West semi-finals Game 5 previews: Rockets, Warriors try to advance to conference finals

The Rockets and Warriors both look to close out their respective opponents in Wednesday's Game 5 action.

Gilbert McGregor

Report: Jazz guard Dante Exum day-to-day with strained hamstring

Dante Exum hurt his right leg driving to the basket and immediately pulled up and ran to the locker room before he could even be taken out.

Joe Rodgers

Jazz guard Dante Exum injures hamstring in Game 4, limps off court to locker room

Dante Exum hurt his right leg driving to the basket and immediately pulled up and ran to the locker room before he could even be taken out.

Thomas Lott

Three takeaways from the Rockets' gritty road victory in Game 4 over the Jazz

Chris Paul came up big on his 33rd birthday leading the Rockets to another road victory in the playoffs.

Carlan Gay

Donovan Mitchell says Game 3 vs. Rockets would've been better without him

Mitchell addressed his lackluster performance after the game: "It's like I would have been better off not showing up."

Chelsea Howard

Harden bemoans Rockets performance

Rockets star James Harden felt a lack of intensity was to blame for his team's Game 2 loss to the Jazz.

Nicholas McGee

Rubio out for Game 1 vs. Rockets

The Jazz announced Ricky Rubio will be out for Game 1 against the Rockets on Monday.

Chelsea Howard

WATCH: LeBron James buzzer-beater gives Cavaliers series lead

The Cavaliers survived a late surge from the Pacers to take a 3-2 series lead.

Alec Brzezinski

Viral photo of Rockets star James Harden becomes actual art, thanks to Twitter

A viral photo of James Harden falling into fans during Sunday's (AEDT) Game 3 between the Rockets and Timberwolves is being called a work of art.

NBA playoffs 2018: Bracket, first-round schedule, dates, TV times

The 2017-18 NBA post-season is in full swing. Here's all the information you need to follow the playoffs and watch all the games.

Jordan Greer

Kobe picks Harden to win NBA MVP

"I just don’t know what there is left for him to do to be MVP," Bryant said Wednesday on ESPN.

Kirstie Chiappelli

NBA Playoffs 2018: Six big questions that will determine the NBA champions

Let’s take a look at six questions that will likely determine the outcome of this year’s playoffs, starting with the team that has the most to lose in the opening round.

Scott Rafferty

5 players to rock the NBA playoffs

We have picked out five players who could make a telling impact in the 2018 NBA playoffs

Thomas Lott

NBA playoffs 2018: 'NBA 2K18' predicts multiple upsets in competitive first round

Injuries and parity have introduced uncertainty to the first round of this year's NBA playoffs. The simulation engine in "NBA 2K18" provides some insight on what to expect.

Bryan Wiedey

NBA playoffs: Why you must watch

With the Warriors struggling in a deep Western Conference and the Sixers surging on the other coast, the NBA playoffs will enthral.

Tom Webber

NBA playoffs 2018: First-round matchups, final standings for East, West

With the 2017-18 regular season complete, let's take a look at the NBA standings and playoff matchups.

Jordan Greer

'Detail' getting back to sports

ESPN+ will debut Bryant's "Detail" on Friday (AEDT), but don't expect to see the typical content produced recently by the four-letter network.

Thomas Lott

Luc Mbah a Moute injury update

Rockets forward Luc Mbah a Moute, a significant role-player in coach Mike D'Antoni's rotation, sustained a dislocated right shoulder on Wednesday (AEDT) in Houston's second-to-last game before the playoffs start this weekend, the Houston Chronicle reported.

Bob Hille

NBA Playoffs 2018: Seeding scenarios, breakdown for final spots

With the 2017-18 regular season coming to a close, let's take a look at the updated NBA standings and potential playoff matchups.

Jordan Greer

Ten-year G League veteran Andre Ingram drops 19 points in Lakers debut

Andre Ingram finally broke into the NBA after 10 years in the G League (formerly the D League) and the 32-year-old took full advantage, scoring 19 points in his Lakers debut.

Blake Birt

Paul now part owner of MiLB team

Chris Paul purchased a minority piece of his hometown Winston-Salem (N.C.) Dash, a White Sox affiliate in the Single-A Carolina League.

Gabrielle McMillen

NBA Power Rankings: Each playoff team's best-case scenario

With just days remaining in the NBA regular season, there is much to be determined about the playoff picture. Sporting News' Sean Deveney ranks the 17 potential playoff teams based on what their best-case scenarios look like.

Sean Deveney

Western Conference playoff picture

Only 1 1/2 games separate the six teams from fourth to ninth in the Western Conference standings.

Arthur Weinstein

NBA: Standings, seeding scenarios, breakdown for final spots in 2018 playoffs

With the 2017-18 regular season coming to a close, let's take a look at the updated NBA standings and potential playoff matchups.

Jordan Greer

WATCH: Rockets' Chris Paul buries clutch shot to beat Blazers at the buzzer

Portland nearly pulled off an impossible comeback, before Chris Paul stepped up to ice the game.

trailblazers.com

D’Antoni bemoans team’s mental edge

"They have enough rest. How it became vogue just not to play, I don't know," D’Antoni said.

Kirstie Chiappelli

Gregg Popovich waiting on Kawhi Leonard's own team of doctors for clearance

There's been speculation Spurs star Kawhi Leonard would return soon, but it's becoming less and less likely.

Joe Rodgers

WATCH: Jamal Murray sparks Nuggets' epic comeback win over Bucks in overtime

The Bucks had a meltdown late in the fourth quarter against the Nuggets, leading to an overtime loss.

Alec Brzezinski

Kawhi Leonard goes to NY for rehab

There's been speculation Spurs star Kawhi Leonard would return soon, but it's becoming less and less likely.

Chelsea Howard

NBA Saturday scores, highlights

The Rockets were down by as much as 22 against the Suns, but Gerald Green made sure they wouldn't lose.

Thomas Lott

NBA on pace to break sixth consecutive 3-point record

For the sixth consecutive season, NBA teams will combine to set a league-wide 3-point record.

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Pelicans PG Rajon Rondo to miss game vs. Rockets with sprained wrist

Pelicans point guard Rajon Rondo will not play Sunday (AEDT) against the Rockets due to a sprained wrist.

Chelsea Howard

James Harden borrows Shaq's 'barbecue chicken' line after cooking Trail Blazers

James Harden gave a nod to Shaquille O'Neal after another MVP performance for the Rockets.

Tom Gatto

NBA playoffs: Odds, predictions for tight races in East, West

AccuScore simulates the rest of the 2017-18 NBA regular season to find out which teams from the Eastern and Western Conferences will make the playoff field.

AccuScore

Paul says he'll pay Green's fine

Gerald Green was ejected Monday (AEDT) for coming to teammate Chris Paul's defence after Gorgui Dieng pushed him down after a foul.

Kirstie Chiappelli

​Doc Rivers hit with $15,000 fine for calling officiating ‘complete joke'

Doc Rivers has been given with a $15,000 fine for harsh criticism he levied at the officiating following the Clippers' loss at Houston.

Marcus Dinitto

Rivers rips officials

Doc Rivers was not happy with the lack of free throws for his team after the Clippers' 101-96 loss to the Rockets.

Thomas Lott

NBA standings: Playoff picture for tight races in East, West

Let's take a full look at the NBA standings and see what juicy matchups we could see when the 2018 playoffs roll around.

Jordan Greer

NBA playoffs 2018: Odds, predictions for tight races in East, West

AccuScore simulates the rest of the 2017-18 NBA regular season to find out which teams from the Eastern and Western Conferences will make the playoff field.

AccuScore

Julius Randle, Isaiah Thomas guide Lakers to big win over LeBron James, Cavaliers

Randle scored 36 points to lead the Lakers, but the big story was Isaiah Thomas, who had 20 points and nine assists against his old team.

Arthur Weinstein

Smart fined $15K

The Celtics point guard was fined $15,000 for publicly criticizing how the referees handled some tactics by James Harden.

Gabrielle McMillen

NBA MVP race: Which candidates can catch James Harden before season's end?

Rockets star James Harden is firmly ahead of the other candidates for this year's MVP award, but he'll have to keep his foot on the gas pedal as the regular season quickly comes to a close.

Scott Rafferty

Saturday's NBA scores, results

Russell Westbrook had 43 points while Stephen Curry put up 28 in limited minutes in shaky victories.

Thomas Lott

James Harden explains staredown on Wesley Johnson after crazy crossover

James Harden caught the NBA world's attention on Thursday (AEDT) with what will likely end up being the crossover of the year.

Jordan Heck

Harden leads Rockets to another win

The Rockets lead the Western Conference thanks to 13 straight wins.

Alec Brzezinski

NBA Saturday scores, highlights

Two men in particular showed off their wide array of skills some guards don't even possess.

Thomas Lott

Why didn’t Butler play in NBA ASG?

Jimmy Butler is listed as “DNP-Coach’s Decision” in the box score for the 2018 NBA All-Star Game, but it was his own decision not to play.

Marcus Dinitto

Joe Johnson to sign with Rockets, report says

Joe Johnson and the Kings agreed to a contract buyout making the veteran free to sign with another team.

Alec Brzezinski

Did LeBron 'check out' in Miami?

LeBron James and the Heat fell to the Spurs in five games during the 2014 NBA Finals.

Thomas Lott

Wednesday scores and highlights

The Wizards managed to pull out a win against the Thunder without point guard John Wall who will be out for six to eight weeks.

Arthur Weinstein

Rockets' James Harden makes NBA history with 60-point triple-double

The Beard set not one, but two, records Wednesday (AEDT). He also tied a third.

Gabe Fernandez

Suns' Devin Booker leaves loss to Rockets late with apparent injury

Booker, recently moved to point guard, is averaging over 24 points per game this season.

Alec Brzezinski

DeMarcus Cousins helped off court

Cousins suffered an injury late in the fourth quarter against the Rockets.

Alec Brzezinski

Celtics break four-game losing streak with win over Clippers

The Celtics got back to their winning ways by taking down the Clippers.

Thomas Lott

KD responds to Capela

Kevin Durant responds to Rockets center Clint Capela's comments that the Rockets are better than the Warriors.

Joe Rodgers

Rivers and Ariza bury the hatchet

Austin Rivers said Trevor Ariza reached out to him this week and that the two are fine after hashing everything out.

Gabrielle McMillen

Harden expected to return Friday

James Harden has missed the last seven games for the Rockets, but he is expected to return Friday (AEDT) against the Timberwolves.

Chelsea Howard

Watch: TNT's 'Inside the NBA' crew crack up over Rockets-Clippers non-fight

Charles Barkley and Shaquille O'Neal couldn't contain themselves when addressing Tuesday's incident involving the Rockets and Clippers.

Michael McCarthy

Tempers flare in LA as Clippers and Rockets clash spills into locker rooms

Houston and LA weren't satisfied to leave their beef on the court. They threatened to have it spill over into the Clippers' locker room.

Tom Gatto

Chris Paul sparks fireworks in win over Trail Blazers

Paul lit up the Trail Blazers, but Damian Lillard had an issue with his last basket.

Alec Brzezinski

Harden, Durant out with injuries

While the matchup between the Warriors and the Rockets could be a Western Conference Finals sneak peak, it won't actually preview anything.

Thomas Lott

James Harden out two weeks with Grade-2 hamstring strain

Harden injured his hamstring Monday against the Lakers.

Alec Brzezinski

James Harden injury update

Harden, who left Houston's 2OT win over the Lakers, has missed two regular-season games in the past three seasons combined.

Bob Hille

Houston, do we have a problem?

The Rockets rose to the top of the league early in the year with great defense. That has slipped, and it could be cause for long-term worry.

Sean Deveney

NBA wrap: Dec. 28

James Harden was called for consecutive offensive fouls in the final seconds as the Celtics pulled off a miracle comeback.

Joe Rodgers

Chris Paul out vs. Celtics

Paul has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Celtics as he recovers from a left adductor strain.

Chelsea Howard

NBA on Christmas Day: What to watch for in each game, including Cavs vs. Warriors rematch

The headliner is a rematch of the last three NBA Finals between the Cavaliers and Warriors, but there’s a good balance of teams looking to compete this season and teams looking to compete in the future.

Scott Rafferty

Carmelo Anthony accepting new role in Thunder offense

The Thunder's recent success seems to have everything to do with star players, Carmelo Anthony in particular, accepting new offensive roles.

Marcus Dinitto

Rockets planning to pursue LeBron

Chris Paul said the Rockets have a chance to be special this year, but if they get James in the offseason they'll be downright scary.

Thomas Lott

Carmelo Anthony talked teaming up with Chris Paul, LeBron James on Rockets before Thunder trade

Carmelo Anthony didn't just see the Rockets as the best way out of a bad situation in New York. He envisioned a very successful future in Houston.

Jordan Greer

Rockets unleash Chris Paul as James Harden 2.0 on league-wide path of destruction

James Harden and Chris Paul have always been dominant scorers and facilitators out of the pick-and-roll, and they’re now both getting an opportunity to spread their wings in a system that plays perfectly to their strengths.

Scott Rafferty

Rockets' James Harden expects to play through knee injury: 'It can't get worse'

Harden scored a game-high 31 points in Saturday' win over the Bucks despite a bruised right knee suffered Friday against the Spurs.

Kirstie Chiappelli

Rockets could have key to win

Houston currently boasts the best record in the NBA and may have the key to knocking the Warriors off their Western Conference throne.

Thomas Lott

NBA wrap: Brandon Ingram game-winner drowns Ben Simmons triple-double

The Lakers earned a much-needed win thanks to late heroics from Brandon Ingram.

Alec Brzezinski

Nets, Rockets set NBA single-game record for three-point attempts

The Nets and Rockets set an NBA record today by attempting 89 three-pointers in Houston's 117-103 victory.

Alec Brzezinski

Knicks to be without Kristaps Porzingis, Enes Kanter vs. Rockets

Kristaps Porzingis and Enes Kanter have turned the Knicks into a playoff contender in the Eastern Conference this season.

Thomas Lott

Nuggets' Paul Millsap reportedly to undergo wrist surgery, out indefinitely

Millsap signed a two-year, $61 million deal this offseason.

Alec Brzezinski

Grizzlies shelve Mike Conley

Grizzlies PG Mike Conley will be sidelined for at least a couple of weeks to treat and rest his sore left heel and Achilles.

Marcus Dinitto

Thursday scores and highlights

Friday's scores and highlights from around the NBA.

Alec Brzezinski

Rockets expect Paul to return

Paul has missed the last 14 games because of a bruised left knee suffered Oct. 12 (AEDT), though he recently increased his workload at practice.

Kirstie Chiappelli

LeBron talks IT absence

LeBron James called for other players to step up as Isaiah Thomas and Tristan Thompson remain sidelined.

Gabrielle McMillen

NBA Power Rankings: Grizzlies, Clippers shoot to top amid early-season chaos

We are wrapping up the second week of the 2017-18 NBA season, and admittedly, it’s still hard to make heads or tails out of the mess of league standings.

Sean Deveney

Report: Clippers, Rockets considered deal involving DeAndre Jordan, Clint Capela

The Clippers broke up their "Big Three" by sending Chris Paul to the Rockets this past summer, but in an alternate timeline, it may have been DeAndre Jordan who landed in Houston.

Jordan Greer

Markelle Fultz ruled out indefinitely with shoulder injury

76ers guard Markelle Fultz is out indefinitely and will be re-evaluated in three weeks.

Marcus Dinitto

Rockets' Chris Paul could miss a month with knee injury

Rockets fans will have to wait to get their first look at Chris Paul at Toyota Center, as he's been ruled of Saturday's home opener.

Marcus Dinitto

Chris Paul says people who call him and Harden ball-dominant 'don't watch enough' basketball

The nine-time All-Star also addressed leaving the Clippers and the Rockets missing out on trading for Carmelo Anthony.

Thomas Lott

Knicks trade Carmelo Anthony to OKC

Anthony goes to OKC, which sends Enes Kanter, Doug McDermott and a draft pick to New York.

Bob Hille

Carmelo Anthony would accept a trade to one of three teams, report says

Carmelo Anthony’s list of suitable trade destinations has grown.

Travis Durkee

Houston businessman Tilman Fertitta buying Rockets for record $2.2 billion

The billionaire made his fortune in the restaurant industry through franchises like Morton's and McCormick & Schmick's.

Marc Lancaster

Rockets legend Hakeem Olajuwon makes major donation to Hurricane Harvey relief

Rockets Hall of Famer Hakeem Olajuwon is the latest sports luminary to make a substantial donation to Hurricane Harvey relief.

Marcus Dinitto

Rockets for sale

Brown said owner Leslie Alexander is looking for a buyer who will keep the Rockets in Houston.

Gabrielle McMillen

Aussie NBA Roundup

Deng Adel, Mangok Mathiang and Jonah Bolden were all in action in Vegas as the Summer League tournament stage continues.

Benyam Kidane

Austin Rivers clears the air

After his relationship with his father was reported as the reason Chris Paul left for Houston, Austin Rivers wanted to clear the air.

Marcus Dinitto

NBA free agency: James Harden to get 4-year, $228M extension

The deal is the biggest extension in NBA history.

Gabrielle McMillen

Analyzing best/worst NBA moves

Which teams have come out on top, and which have come out on bottom of this year's frenzied free agency period?

Alec Brzezinski

Nene, Rockets finally come to terms

After Sunday’s on-again, off-again reports that Nene and the Rockets had agreed to a contract extension, a deal was finally reached.

Marcus Dinitto

Rockets, Nene fail to come to terms on new deal

While reports overnight said the Rockets and Nene had agreed to a new contract, reports today say no deal has been reached.

Marcus Dinitto

Rockets GM hints at making move for Paul George or Carmelo Anthony

Rockets GM Daryl Morey isn't done adding superstars in Houston.

Jordan Heck

Paul thanks Clippers community

Chris Paul confirmed his trade to the Rockets with a message to his Los Angeles fans.

Gabrielle McMillen

Rockets plan to extend James Harden

The Rockets plan to offer James Harden a contract extension as they look to make themselves a more attractive destination for free agents.

Marcus Dinitto

Leonard 'game-time' decision

Kawhi Leonard vowed he will play in Game 6 Friday, but Spurs coach Gregg Popovich says he won't.

NBA Australia

Pop makes case to be fired

Can the Spurs make keep up with the speedy Rockets?

Jordan Heck

NBA playoffs 2017: Rockets Spurs

Kawhi Leonard was unstoppable, pouring in an efficient 34 points on 81% shooting.

Ron Clements

NBA playoffs: Parker injures knee

Parker was coming down from a running jumper in the lane when he landed on his left foot and his knee buckled. He was carried off the court.

Ron Clements

UCLA's Ball to skip NBA Combine

Confident he'll be the No. 1 overall pick in June's NBA Draft, the UCLA guard has declined an invitation to next month's combine in Chicago.

Ron Clements

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