Reed Sheppard is another rebuild-era Rocket that hasn't gotten as many opportunities as others, but he isn't a surefire answer to some of Houston's issues. His confidence is a major aspect of the Rockets' offense, and they'll need him to step up if the rest of his homegrown talent is struggling.

With the Rockets looking to upgrade through the buyout market, there are plenty of options that make sense for Houston

Desperate to compete in a crowded Western Conference landscape, the Houston Rockets are expected to scour the trade market for upgrades. More specifically, Houston could explore a trade to remedy their point guard woes, which began with a preseason ACL ...

The Rockets can make a trade for the Greek Freak, but it would be hard for the organization to part ways with young pieces.

The Houston Rockets have suffered a few difficult losses since Alperen Sengun has gone down with an injury. Kevin Durant has done his best to carry the workload offensively, but it hasn't been enough to lead his team to a win as some of Durant's teammates ...

James Harden #13 of the Brooklyn Nets arrives at Toyota Center prior to facing the Houston Rockets on December 08, 2021 in Houston, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph,

HOUSTON, TEXAS - MAY 04: Head coach Ime Udoka of the Houston Rockets celebrates with Amen Thompson #1 and Fred VanVleet #5 after a timeout is called by the Houston Rockets during the third quarter in Game Seven of the Western Conference First Round NBA ...

As the calendar flips into the heart of the NBA season, the Houston Rockets are firmly in the Western Conference mix. Through 34 games, Houston sits with a 22-12 record, good for 6th place in the West and 2nd in the Southwest Division — a noteworthy ...