2006 — Kobe Bryant scores a staggering 81 points — the second-highest total in NBA history — and the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Toronto Raptors 122-104.

1973 — George Foreman knocks out Joe Frazier in the second round in Kingston, Jamaica, to win the world heavyweight title. 1983 — Houston becomes the first NBA team not to score a point in overtime.

The Houston Rockets' formula to success this season has included a hefty helping of defensive effort and activity. The other side of the equation is an offensive game that depends on players ...

Jan 9, 2025; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant (12) drives to the basket as Houston Rockets forward Amen Thompson (1) defends during the first quarter at FedExForum.

Despite the Houston Rockets improving 19 games in the 2023-2024 it is one area they struggled in. Last season the Rockets were one of the worst road teams in the league. Houston didn't win their ...

ATLANTA — The game between the Houston Rockets and Atlanta Hawks scheduled for Saturday has been postponed because of a winter storm. The NBA said the decision was made “to prioritize the ...

There are six games scheduled for Sunday, including the LA Lakers vs Houston Rockets matchup. It's the first meeting of the season between the teams, with the Lakers and Rockets splitting last ...

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The Associated Press Jabari Smith Jr. has played a key role for a Rockets team on pace for its best season since 2017-18. HOUSTON (AP) — Houston Rockets forward Jabari Smith Jr. fractured a bone ...

HOUSTON (AP) Derrick White had 23 points and Jayson Tatum and Payton Pritchard added 20 each to lead the Boston Celtics to a 109-86 victory over the Houston Rockets on Friday night. The Celtics ...

As NBA trade season starts to ramp up amid rumors around the league, the Houston Rockets are team repeatedly brought up in talks for suitors regarding players on the market. The Rockets ...