Josh Okogie is the latest addition to a Houston Rockets offseason that’s already been defined by its focus on defence. Okogie ...

New Rockets forward Kevin Durant joined LeBron James and Steve Nash on Mind the Game and elaborated on Udoka's unique and unusual defensive strategy. "Ime Udoka does a good job of it.

The Houston Rockets defense was unlocked last year under head coach Ime Udoka, ranking fifth in defensive rating (110.3), 10th in steals per game (8.4) and fourth in opponent effective field goal ...

Threes might be worth more than 2s, as the Rockets so often say about their offensive strategy and making 3-point defense essential. But open 3s could miss. Undeterred dunks rarely do.

The Houston Rockets don't have many needs to address this offseason, but shoring up the defense should be its top priority. The team finished the regular season 28th in points allowed, giving up ...

The Rockets are much more comfortable in a defensive slugfest instead of a high-scoring up-and-down game. Udoka has mentioned many times that if they can keep a team under 100 or even 110, they ...

Is hugging a defensive strategy in the NBA now? — Anthony Gaenzle (@AnthonyGaenzle) April 7, 2025 Another fan said, “I had no idea you could bear hug so much @NBAOfficial #DubNation.“ I had ...

Chuck Hayes did not quote Isaac Newton's Laws of Motion, but the point was made. Besides, Sir Isaac rarely delved into pick-and-roll defense. The Rockets knew that once their new style worked, any ...

Houston Rockets forward Jae'Sean Tate (8) pulls down a rebound over Milwaukee Bucks forward Khris Middleton (22) during the first half of an NBA basketball game Saturday, Jan. 6, 2024, in Houston.

But looking closer, the issue appears to be less about the chemistry in their backcourt and more due to sporadic defensive performances. Defense Remains Rockets' Greatest Weakness | Houston Press ...

The 7-foot-4 French phenom has been a consistent presence on defense and the boards against the Rockets, but Wembanyama—who is putting up 20.7 points per game—has experienced notable struggles ...