The Houston Rockets, Oklahoma City Thunder and New Orleans Pelicans have leveraged superstar trades into a huge number of draft picks. But how far ahead of the pack are they? The past two years have seen a succession of enormous, superstar trades in the NBA, with Anthony Davis, Paul George, Russell Westbrook (twice), Chris Paul
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Just another wild Wednesday in the NBA, courtesy of the Houston Rockets. James Harden made it clear he no longer wanted to play in Houston, which came to a head after the Rockets lost to the Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday night. Harden essentially left his postgame press conference with a mic drop, stating he
HOUSTON, TEXAS – JANUARY 10: James Harden #13 of the Houston Rockets in action against the Los Angeles Lakers during a game at Toyota Center on January 10, 2021 in Houston, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and
With small-ball grand chancellors Daryl Morey and Mike D’Antoni gone, an air of uncertainty surrounds the Houston Rockets. Here lie their five biggest questions for 2020-21. 1. What are the odds James Harden is still on the roster past the 2021 trade deadline? Very slim. Like, the opposite of how James Harden showed up to
John Wall and Russell Westbrook were traded for each other on Wednesday night. The two are both on unfavorable contracts, making such a deal actually quite even for both the Rockets and Wizards. Westbrook still has plenty left in the tank, while Wall is coming off season-ending surgery. When healthy, however, Wall is one of
The Rockets and Wizards are swapping Russell Westbrook for John Wall. Here are NBA Trade Grades for both sides. The Houston Rockets had a disgruntled point guard who wanted out in Russell Westbrook. The Washington Wizards had a disgruntled point guard who wanted out in John Wall. And although both sides denied the tension and
HOUSTON, TX – JULY 13: Houston Rockets general manager Daryl Morey listens as Dwight Howard is officially introduced as a Houston Rocket during a press conference on July 13, 2013 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Bob Levey/Getty Images) Aaron Rodgers says Davante Adams is in an elite category with Charles Woodson by Cole Thompson Daryl
Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images Texans to interview former Bengals coach Marvin Lewis for head coaching job by Cole Thompson The NBA is postponing the Houston Rockets’ season opener against the Oklahoma City Thunder due to COVID-19 concerns. Two days into the 2020-21 NBA season, the league is already being forced to postpone its first
The Miami Heat are pulling out of James Harden trade talks for the time being. In case you somehow missed any of the ongoing James Harden saga, here’s the quick rundown: James Harden and Russell Westbrook wanted out, Westbrook got traded, Harden showed up late to training camp because he was busy partying with rapper
The Nuggets are reportedly not interested in trading for James Harden if it means parting ways with Michael Porter Jr. James Harden reportedly wants a trade away from the Houston Rockets, and the team is calling around hoping for a trade partner. The Denver Nuggets are one team that has popped up recently in the
The Philadelphia 76ers may be willing to include Ben Simmons in a James Harden trade. James Harden wants out of Clutch City, and after showing up late to training camp because he was partying with rapper Lil Baby, the Houston Rockets can sense this is becoming a bad situation. Harden had already given his list
James Harden, Houston Rockets. (Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports) Nationals GM throws water on Kris Bryant trade rumors by Mike Luciano NBA Twitter really wants to trade James Harden to the Miami Heat for some reason. If James Harden gets traded to the Miami Heat, you can thank NBA Twitter for that. The Houston
Kevin Durant (Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty Images) The Whiteboard: What happens if Giannis Antetokounmpo doesn’t sign the supermax? by Gerald Bourguet Rams vs. Patriots NFL live stream reddit for Week 14 by Braulio Perez Kevin Durant isn’t worried about James Harden right now. Just days before Kevin Durant’s first season alongside Kyrie Irving on a
What was the reason for Russell Westbrook’s sudden trade to Washington? The Houston Rockets finally traded one of their two superstars, flipping disgruntled point guard Russell Westbrook to the Washington Wizards in exchange for John Wall and a protected first-round pick. Westbrook, much like James Harden has reportedly been trying to do, has been trying
Houston Rockets superstar James Harden has made it clear to the front office he’s open to being traded to a contender. Believe it or not, there’s even more drama building between James Harden and the Houston Rockets. After it was recently reported Harden missed the start of training camp to party in Las Vegas, it
Russell Westbrook, Houston Rockets. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images) Victor Cruz compares Daniel Jones to Eli Manning, but wants Giants fans to stay patient by Mark Carman The Houston Rockets got pennies on the dollar by trading Russell Westbrook on Wednesday. No, the Houston Rockets did not get what the Oklahoma City Thunder did for
LAKE BUENA VISTA, FLORIDA – JULY 31: Russell Westbrook #0 of the Houston Rockets (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images) Mets make first offseason splash by signing reliever Trevor May by Steven Kubitza Are the Rockets going to trade Russell Westbrook to the Cavaliers? After the Houston Rockets shopped him around the league following his apparent
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Meek Mill is trying to work his magic and sell James Harden on Philadelphia. Those interested in reading the tea leaves have already anointed James Harden as the newest Brooklyn Net, as him turning down an extension from the Houston Rockets and allegedly wanted to play with Kevin Durant are both things working in Brooklyn’s
Day 1 of NBA Free Agency saw some teams knock it out of the park. The first day of 2020 NBA free agency is officially in the books, and the usual flurry of deals led some teams to get desperate and overpay for players that will have a hard time living up to their price
Hassan Whiteside might be on the move this offseason after one year in Portland. In an age where back to the basket centers are going the way of the dinosaur, Hassan Whiteside remains as one of the last of a dying breed. While he can be a bit of a headcase at times, Whiteside was
The Houston Rockets have agreed to send Robert Covington to the Portland Trail Blazers, so it’s time for NBA Trade Grades. With the NBA’s trade moratorium lifted on Monday, the league didn’t wait long to start making moves. The Detroit Pistons made a head-scratching move with the Brooklyn Nets, the Phoenix Suns made a big
WASHINGTON, DC – OCTOBER 30: Russell Westbrook #0 of the Houston Rockets (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images) Cowboys staffers doubling down on safety measures as virus rages on by Cole Thompson Could Russell Westbrook really get traded for John Wall? The Houston Rockets are on the verge of blowing it all up and starting over
James Harden, Houston Rockets. (Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports) Even with a victory, the Lions still need to fire Matt Patricia by Cole Thompson James Harden to the Brooklyn Nets would send shockwaves throughout the NBA. If James Harden is dealt by the Houston Rockets, it just might be to the Brooklyn Nets. According
LAKE BUENA VISTA, FLORIDA – SEPTEMBER 08: Russell Westbrook #0 of the Houston Rockets during the second quarter against the Los Angeles Lakers in Game Three of the Western Conference Second Round during the 2020 NBA Playoffs at AdventHealth Arena at the ESPN Wide World Of Sports Complex on September 08, 2020 in Lake Buena
Robert Covington, PJ Tucker Photo by Tim Warner/Getty Images NBA Draft 2020: Building a big board for the Miami Heat by Rucker Haringey Robert Covington and P.J. Tucker might be on their way out of Houston. As lethal as Giannis Antetokounmpo has been over the last few years, the Milwaukee Bucks have now failed in
With Russell Westbrook wanting off the Houston Rockets, could he end up with the Los Angeles Lakers? Let’s face it, you were hoping for some NBA drama following the Finals. After a lull in news, a bombshell was dropped on Wednesday evening by the one and only Shams Charania of The Athletic. According to his
Russell Westbrook might be headed to the Hornets this offseason. The Houston Rockets are truly blowing it all up this offseason, as head coach Mike D’Antoni and front office mastermind Daryl Morey have already parted ways with the organization. The roster is the next part of this organization that will soon be torn apart, as
Danilo Gallinari is exactly the type of player several contending teams need to add. While it took him a while to get going in the NBA, Danilo Gallinari has been one of the best stretch forwards for the last decade in the league. A 6-foot-10 big with a sweet three-point stroke and solid passing ability,
James Harden isn’t going to win an NBA title with the Rockets. A move to the 76ers could help him finally secure a championship ring. The chances of the Rockets actually trading James Harden this offseason are extremely low. That doesn’t moving him wouldn’t be in the best interest of both Harden and his current
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