Earlier in the month, Kevin Durant’s trainer Dash Lovell spoke with long-time NBA writer Mark Medina of RG.com, telling Medina that he could tell that the Houst

The Houston Rockets made significant improvements to their roster in recent seasons, including acquiring one of the NBA's top stars in June's trade for 15-time All-Star Kevin Durant. Houston's home arena is now undergoing similar upgrades, with more planned for 2026.

The NBA is issuing a $25,000 fine to Rockets head coach Ime Udoka for “public criticism of officiating,” the league announced Wednesday.

NEW YORK – Houston Rockets head coach Ime Udoka has been fined $25,000 for public criticism of the officiating, it was announced today by James Jones, Executive Vice President, Head of Basketball Operations. Udoka made his comments to the media following the Rockets’ 128-125 overtime loss to the Denver Nuggets on Dec. 15 at Ball Arena.

The Rockets are redefining dominance, forcing opponents into exhausting battles and earning grudging respect through relentless pressure, not flashy play.

Rockets coach Ime Udoka has been fined $25,000 for criticizing officiating after Houston's overtime loss to the Nuggets on Monday. The NBA announced the fine Wednesday.

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During his time suiting up for the Rockets, Sura wore only jersey No. 3 and put up 10.3 points, 5.5 rebounds, 5.2 assists, and 1.1 steals per game.

The Houston Rockets were granted a $12.5 million disabled players exemption for point guard Fred VanVleet, according to Yahoo Sports' Kelly Iko.