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NBA Draft Rumors: Jeremy Lin Declines Hornet's $2.2M Offer; Decides To Become a Free Agent

By Jenn Loro - Jun 09, 2016 11:23 AM EDT

Jeremy Lin demonstrates his value on the hardcourt as an efficient point guard during his breakout 2015-16 season with Charlotte Hornets. But after declining the player option, the ‘Linsanity’ star is looking for greener pastures in the free agency season this July.

NBA Rumors: Jeremy Lin Reportedly Joining the Rockets

By Jenn Loro - Jun 02, 2016 09:53 AM EDT

eremy Lin is reportedly in talks with Houston Rockets’ new head coach Mike D’Antoni over his possible comeback to his former team. D’Antoni wants to get his famous 'Seven Seconds or Less' uber-fast offense formula working right with the Rockets with the ‘Linsanity’ star to complement James Harden on the hardcourt.

NBA Rumors: Will Mike D’Antoni Replicate Steve Nash Success with Houston Rockets?

By Jenn Loro - May 31, 2016 08:58 AM EDT

Houston Rockets give Mike D’Antoni a chance at redemption by hiring him as the new head coach. His famed 'Seven Seconds or Less' fast tempo offense has made Steve Nash-led Phoenix Suns a formidable powerhouse and the Stephen Curry-led Golden State Warriors a champion.

NBA Rumors: Dwight Howard Not Interested In Staying In Houston Rockets

By Jenn Loro - May 17, 2016 01:53 PM EDT

Rockets center Dwight Howard is reportedly moving out from Houston in search of a max contract elsewhere. The big man has been a thorn in James Harden’s side giving the impression that their seemingly irreconcilable differences may tear the team apart.

NBA Rumors: Houston Rockets Is Ditching Kenny Smith as Head Coach Candidate

By Jenn Loro - May 17, 2016 01:52 PM EDT

Kenny Smith is a popular choice among Houston Rockets fans to become the team’s next head coach. Apparently, having regular broadcasting presence on TNT as a sports analyst is not enough for him to be considered for the job as the team seeks to hire someone with proven coaching experience.

NBA Draft Rumors: Is China's Zhou Qui Ready To Play In The Basketball Association?

By Jenn Loro - May 13, 2016 08:41 AM EDT

Zhou Qi is one of China’s most remarkable hardcourt figures today. With an imposing height and incredibly huge wingspan, Zhou looks a draftable prospect for the NBA although the question remains whether the same level of impact the way Yao Ming did.

NBA Rumors: Dwight Howard Disses James Harden in Interview; Talks about Hazy Future in Rockets

By Jenn Loro - May 12, 2016 10:17 AM EDT

In a sit-in interview on TNT, Houston Rockets center Dwight Howard mentioned that he hasn’t decided yet on his hazy future with the team although everybody expects him to opt out anyway. He also disses James Harden for not giving the ball to him during the games but thinks that he and Harden can still ‘co-exist.’

Houston Rockets 2016 Rumors: Team Eyeing Jeff Hornacek as Next Head Coach

By Jenn Loro - May 09, 2016 12:10 PM EDT

New reports suggest Jeff Hornacek is may be Houston’s top prospect for head coaching job following Kevin McHale’s departure. JB Bickerstaff, on the other hand, has just informed the Rockets management that he’s dropping out from the team’s search for the next head coach due to growing rift between the franchise’s top players, namely, Dwight Howard and James Harden.

NBA Rumors: Stephen Curry Trying To Recover From Knee Injury before May 9

By Jenn Loro - May 02, 2016 11:44 AM EDT

Reigning MVP Stephen Curry hopes to get back in the court on May 9 to lead the Golden State Warriors’ defense of their NBA title against strong championship contenders. Despite Curry’s absence, Warriors managed to eliminate Rockets in the first round as the team advances to the second round of the West Conference playoffs against the Portland Trail Blazers.

NBA Rumors: Golden State Warriors Crippled As Stephen Curry Takes Break Due To Leg Injury

By Jenn Loro - Apr 27, 2016 08:41 AM EDT

Prolific three-point scorer and reigning MVP Stephen Curry will miss the hardcourt for two weeks after spraining his ankle. Despite rumors of looming uncertainty, Golden State remains fervently positive for his quick return following the news that he only sustained Grade 1 sprain- the mildest type of sprain.

NBA Rumors: Golden State Warriors Dominates the Rockets Despite Curry’s Absence

By Jenn Loro - Apr 19, 2016 01:45 PM EDT

Golden State Warriors scored a 2-0 playoff series lead against Houston Rockets on Monday’s Game 2 despite Stephen Curry’s recent absence from the court due to knee injury. Meanwhile, three-pointer NBA legend and Hall of Famer Ray Allen hinted that Curry might be the next NBA’s greatest shooter in a recent interview.

NBA Rumors: Stephen Curry Not Sure To Play For Game 2

By Jenn Loro - Apr 18, 2016 02:25 PM EDT

Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr is pulling out his prized asset off the court to nurse him back following an ankle injury. He insisted that Warriors would have to win the game on their own without their star player while he recuperates.

Houston Rockets 2016 Rumors: Team Faces 'Butt Pass' Jokes This Season

By Jenn Loro - Apr 09, 2016 01:20 PM EDT

Houston Rockets guard Andrew Goudelock had just made the now famous ‘butt pass’ after bounce-passing the ball to Josh Smith’s rear as the latter tries to collect himself after getting poked in the eye. Meanwhile, Golden State Warriors had just scored their 70th win after dominating San Antonio Spurs in 112-101 game landing behind 1995-96 Chicago Bulls’ NBA record.

NBA Trade Rumors: Is Kevin Durant Leaving Oklahoma City Thunder? Will Superstar Head to Houston Rockets?

By Daniel Lee - Apr 08, 2016 08:38 AM EDT

According to New Orleans Pelicans center Kendrick Perkins, Kevin Durant has 'a few teams that he will be looking at' to play next season.

NBA Trade Rumors and News: Will Houston Rocket's Dwight Howard Go to Dallas Mavericks?

By Daniel Lee - Apr 07, 2016 11:41 AM EDT

Dwight Howard will become a free agent this summer.

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