The Houston Rockets made a press release in Game 1 of their first-round NBA playoff sequence in opposition to the Utah Jazz. The Jazz received 13 of their final 16 video games to shut out the common season, however the Rockets introduced them again all the way down to Earth to the tune of a 32-point victory at Toyota Center. Utah will look to keep away from happening in a 2-Zero sequence gap Wednesday night time when the 2 sides meet for Game 2. Here’s the way to watch Jazz vs. Rockets Game 2 on-line: When: Wednesday, April 17 at eight p.m. ETTV: TNTLive Stream: TNT Thumbnail picture by way of Troy Taormina/USA TODAY Sports Images Source hyperlink
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NBA Rumors: Clippers’ DeAndre Jordan Wants To Be Traded To Rockets
It appears DeAndre Jordan might miss one of his old teammates. Jordan is expected to be one of the most prominent trade options come the Feb. 8 deadline. The Cleveland Cavaliers and Milwaukee Bucks have been rumored to be possible destinations for Jordan, but the Los Angeles Clippers center reportedly is eyeing a team in the Western Conference. During Tuesday’s edition of “First Take” on ESPN, Stephen A. Smith gave his two cents on Monday night’s melee between the Clippers and Houston Rockets, which might have centered around Chris Paul. The star point guard, who was traded to Houston in the offseason, reportedly wasn’t very well-liked by ... NESN.com
NBA Rumors: Carmelo Anthony Would Waive Trade Kicker To Join Rockets
Share this: Rumors of Carmelo Anthony wanting to join the Rockets have been running rampant, and it appears the star forward is willing to sacrifice to head to Houston. Anthony reportedly has made it clear to the New York Knicks that he wants to be traded to the Rockets, who are one of the few teams the 10-time All-Star allegedly would waive his no-trade clause for. And to make the transition even smoother, Anthony reportedly would turn away some cash to team up with James Harden and Chris Paul. “My sources tell me he’s (Anthony) willing to waive the trade kicker, which is worth around $8 million, so that makes a little easier for Houston to do a trade,” Adrian Wojnarowski said on
NBA Rumors: Knicks Pause Carmelo Anthony Trade Talks With Cavs, Rockets
Share this: The Houston Rockets might be the frontrunner to land New York Knicks star Carmelo Anthony via trade, but the chances of a deal happening soon don’t look good. ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski provided an update on the talks Thursday night. Story posting soon with @RamonaShelburne on ESPN: The Knicks have paused Carmelo Anthony trade talks with Houston and Cleveland. — Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) July 14, 2017 Recent reports indicated a Melo-to-the-Rockets trade was “at the 2-yard line,” but apparently that’s not the case. Houston has been busy this offseason. It pulled off a blockbuster trade for veteran point guard Chris Paul and signed veteran small forward PJ Tucker as a free agent. Adding a top scorer like Anthony to an already potent offense that includes James
NBA Rumors: Rockets ‘Turning Full Attention’ To Carmelo Anthony Trade
The Houston Rockets sure have been busy this offseason. The Rockets already have acquired Chris Paul and signed superstar guard James Harden to an extension, which reportedly is the biggest in NBA history, but they reportedly have their sights set on even more. Houston is “turning full attention” to adding Carmelo Anthony to its roster in a trade with the New York Knicks, sources told ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski and Brian Windhorst. It appears the Rockets are going all in trying to find the right mix that can compete for an NBA title in the age of the Golden State Warriors and LeBron James. But there are no guarantees the Knicks would... NESN.com
Celtics Wrap: James Harden, Rockets Spoil Boston’s Home Win Streak
James Harden, Michael Beasley and the Houston Rockets spoiled the Boston Celtics’ home win streak, upending the Celtics in a 102-98 road victory Friday night at TD Garden. Harden led all scorers with 32 points, while Beasley contributed 18 off the bench for the Rockets in what amounted to a sloppy, close game the entire time. Isaiah Thomas scored a team-high 30 points for the Celtics, while Jared Sullinger added 24 points of his own. The loss drops Boston to 39-27 on the season, snapping their 15-game home win streak and a streak of nine consecutive games in which it scored 100 or more points. They now sit just a half game ahead
Harden kicks LeBron; Rockets add Twitter jab
HOUSTON -- Rockets guard James Harden was called for a flagrant foul for appearing to kick LeBron James below the belt in Sunday's 105-103 overtime win over the Cleveland Cavaliers. It was a flagrant foul 1, allowing Harden to stay in the game and finish off a 33-point performance to lead Houston to victory. The play occurred with 2:08 remaining in the third quarter when James and Cavs backup forward James Jones double-teamed Harden, trying to force a jump-ball situation. Harden fell to the floor and, while he was still lying on the court, kicked at James. "Obviously that's n...