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Rockets C Steven Adams has season-ending ankle surgery
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A second-half adjustment dared Amen Thompson to beat the Spurs and the Rockets' offense struggled and let a lead slip away in losing.
After another season-ending injury for the Houston Rockets, the Chicago Bulls look like an even more logical trade partner.
HOUSTON (AP) — Victor Wembanyama had 28 points, 16 rebounds and five blocks to help the San Antonio Spurs rally for a 111-99 victory over the Houston Rockets on Wednesday night. The Spurs trailed by 16 and didn’t have a lead until late in the third quarter.
The Houston Rockets have made it clear they will not trade a young piece before the deadline, with the team firmly taking him off the table.
Coming off a big win over the Celtics, the Hawks head into a matchup with a Rockets team lurking near the top of the Western Conference.
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After strong week, Rockets surge to No. 3 in NBA power rankings
Houston (27-16) is earning respect around the NBA after winning four of its last five games, including statement victories over the Spurs and Pistons.
During his time suiting up for the Rockets, Bennett wore only jersey No. 6 and put up 2.5 points and 1.0 assists per game.
Numbers on the Board breaks down the showings from the Spurs and Rockets and why they are doubling down on San Antonio in the West.