Team preview of the Houston Rockets ahead of the 2026-2027 NBA season. Last NBA season: 52-30, lost to the Lakers in first round of playoffs. Coach: Ime Udoka (fourth season with the Rockets, fifth season overall, 196-132). Season opener: Oct. 21 vs. Dallas. Departures: G Josh Okogie, F Dorian Finney-Smith. Additions: G Marcus Smart, G Bogdan Bogdanovic. What to expect The Rockets return their entire core from last season and should get a boost with the return of Fred VanVleet after the veteran point guard missed all last season with a knee injury. The first year with superstar Kevin Durant ended […]...

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