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March 16, 2012
Houston Rockets 2009 Draft Lottery Posse -- Final Scorecard
I've mentioned this in previous posts, but one of the most amazing and envy-inducing pictures I've ever seen is a picture on Rockets general manager Daryl Morey's Mobile Uploads page on his Facebook account. It's a shot of a blackjack hand, split three times (for four hands total), with a blackjack ... More >>
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February 17, 2012
Video Proof That Chase Budinger Can Dunk With Flair
Maybe I'm in the minority on this one, but I'll put it out there -- I enjoy the Saturday festivities at the NBA All-Star weekend even more than the game on Sunday night. The slam dunk contest, the three-point shooting contest, the "whatever-they're-calling-the-game-with-rookies-and-sophomores-this- ... More >>
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January 12, 2012
NBA Purgatory
Neither the best nor the worst, the Rockets remain stuck in professional basketball's great midsection.
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February 25, 2011
Houston Rockets -- Screwed City
Daniel KramerDaryl Morey needs to go big timeIt's no surprise that Rockets General Manager Daryl Morey has a Facebook page. And it's not one of those aloof "Fan" pages, either, where all you can do is click "Like." Morey has one of those "regular guy" Facebook pages where you can send him me ... More >>
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February 24, 2011
Rockets Trade -- Hasheem Thabeet Scouting Report (It's Not Good)
Your newest Rocket is tallThe NBA trade deadline came and went today and the Rockets managed to muster up some activity. The good news is (stop me if you've heard this before) General Manager Daryl Morey appears to have gotten the best of both deals. The bad news is the Rockets are no closer ... More >>
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February 14, 2011
Five NBA Love Stories (For Valentine's Day)
The NBA: Love is in the airLet me be the millionth to say that I hate Valentine's Day. It's a sham. It's a farce. It's a fabrication designed to stimulate the economy and jump-start jewelry, flower, restaurant and sex toy business for a random day in the dead period of February. And yet, as ... More >>
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January 27, 2011
Houston Rockets -- Chuck Hayes Needs To Ease Up
Chuck Hayes, ripping off the dunk-seeking consumer"He is as good as any defender in this league in the low post. I'm going to start talking to the coaches at the end of the year when they have the (All-NBA) defensive team. If he's not on one of the defensive teams, there's something wrong. . ... More >>
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November 23, 2010
Houston Texans - Kubiak Believes In Bush (and #Kubiakbelievesinyou)
Guess which one the Texans are!"I believe in him (defensive coordinator Frank Bush). I think we played much better defense. I think if we finished the game, we'd be talking about how much better we were. There were a lot of good things that went on. I believe in the guy. That's why he's here ... More >>
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October 29, 2010
Gourmet Prep Meals: Giving Prep a New Meaning
I made this salmon! (Sort of.)There are plenty of nights that I feel up to cooking, but not nearly as many nights that I feel up to braving the grocery store's long, rush hour-style lines. And there are plenty of times I want to cook but don't want to go out and buy an entire pound of ground ... More >>
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October 27, 2010
NBA 2010-2011 Preview -- Reconstructing LeBron
Please, no more operations on Yao Ming"What should I do?" -- LeBron James, over and over and over again his new Nike spot The fact that LeBron James is posing the question in his new Nike spot perhaps tells us that he is not completely devoid of self-awareness, as he appeared to be last summer. ... More >>
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October 21, 2010
Get on Board the Burger Bus
Photos by Katharine ShilcuttJustin Turner is one of those rare people who has found it relatively easy to open a food truck in Houston. Owner of Bernie's Burger Bus, which began operating just over a week ago, Turner decided to leave his very cushy job -- personal chef to the Rockets' Shane ... More >>
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October 15, 2010
Houston Rockets: In Yao We Must Hope, Pray And Trust (Or Use As Drinking Game Material)
Power walkers are tough to pick out of size 18s.'Melo ain't coming. Rockets Nation has to resign itself to that fact.But that should be all right. With the current roster, we're young, we're quick, and we don't have a scorer (we'll discuss Kevin Martin later). But you heard the young and quick pa ... More >>
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October 4, 2010
Saturday Night: Michael Franti & Spearhead At House Of Blues
Photos by Jason WolterMichael Franti & Spearhead House of Blues October 2, 2010 Check out photos from the show. Hands are in the air immediately with the stupidly fun show opener "Love Don't Wait," as Michael Franti and his Spearhead instrumentalists file out onstage. Franti is a big dude, ... More >>
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August 18, 2010
NBA Rumors: Carmelo Anthony Is Interested In Bringing His Talents To Houston
'Melo is eyeing up the RocketsCarmelo Anthony is interested in coming here? To Houston? To play for the Rockets? Don't be messing with us, Sports Illustrated.Supposedly it's so.SI reported that the Rockets are on a short list of teams Anthony would be interested in joining if he and his current e ... More >>
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June 25, 2010
Patrick Patterson & The NBA Draft: Pass The (Trade) Chips, Mr. Morey
Photo by Daniel KramerThe dealing has begun, as Van Morrison almost sangThe Rockets had what most analysts considered a strong draft on Thursday, but its true genius may take another week or two to see.No, former Kentucky forward Patrick Patterson isn't likely to go to Toronto in any long-awaited ... More >>
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April 22, 2010
Chron's Feelings Are Hurt
HBO drama didn't celebrate Houston as best-est place.
Blogs
April 7, 2010
Game Time: What If Gordon Hayward's Shot Goes In?
As sports fans, I think we probably let single events define players and coaches more than we should. In this era where we want to evaluate things quickly and neatly, it's always easier (and oftentimes, lazier) to just let one play on a big stage define somebody. It's clear, it's concise, it's also ... More >>
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April 6, 2010
Game Time: Mark Down "April 6," Because I'm About To Talk Nice About Duke
With 7:10 left in last night's men's college basketball championship game, Duke senior guard Jon Scheyer hit two free throws to put the Duke Blue Devils up 56-51. I turned to the person next to me at the establishment where I was watching this instant classic unfold and said, "Well, go ahead and ... More >>
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February 18, 2010
Why Wait On Prospects? Morey Opts For Star As Rockets Acquire K-Mart
Daryl Morey, as always, had us all fooled.We assumed the Rockets' general manager had little on the table for the dead carcass of Tracy McGrady, save the Bulls' and Knicks' offers centered around future draft picks that could later be used as assets to trade for a star. The offers weren't bad ... More >>
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January 1, 2010
The Top Ten Rockets Moments Of The Decade, For Better Or Worse
Photo by Daniel KramerFor the Rockets, the decade of the 2000s began with Hall of Fame legend Hakeem Olajuwon starting at center. It finished with 6-foot-6 Chuck Hayes, the shortest listed starting center in NBA history.It started with promising rookie sensation and No. 2 pick Steve Francis at po ... More >>
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December 4, 2009
Game Time: The Week In Tweets
Maybe I'm biased because I use it all the time, but I'm going to make the bold statement that Twitter has surpassed "fad" status and that it's here to stay. Even at this point, people who don't use Twitter recognize kinda sorta how it works, and even recognize a Tweet when they see it -- "it's go ... More >>
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November 5, 2009
In Make-Or-Break Year, Rockets' Landry Looks To Fill Low-Post Void
Photo by Jeff BalkeThere's a popular belief in NBA circles that the third year is when a player makes the transition to stardom, if he's going to make it. Among point guards, that worked for Chris Paul and Deron Williams, and much has been said about Aaron Brooks making a similar - though sma ... More >>
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October 27, 2009
Game Time: Woke Up This Morning, Got Myself LeBron
Those of you who listen to my show know that I am fond of placing the "occasional" friendly wager. While handicapping the day-to-day and week-to-week ebb and flow of a football, basketball, or (if you're really sick) baseball season can be enjoyable and, at times, lucrative (especially when betti ... More >>
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July 7, 2009
Oh, The Lakers Will Learn All About Ron Artest
On the way to his fourth championship, Kobe Bryant was guarded by Mickael Pietrus, Hedo Turkoglu, Courtney Lee, Dahntay Jones, Carmelo Anthony, Shane Battier, and all of the Jazz players whose names Jerry Sloan could remember. None of them had the combination of speed, size, and advanced weaponry ne ... More >>
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May 15, 2009
No Matter Game 7 Outcome, These Rockets Have Heart Of Champions
Photo: Jeff BalkeScrapper Chuck HayesThirty-seven million of the Rockets' approximately $70 million payroll sits on the bench in luxury suits instead of basketball uniforms. With Yao Ming and Tracy McGrady sidelined, the Rockets counter the Lakers' top scoring option -- only one of the best players ... More >>
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May 10, 2009
No Yao, No T-Mac, No Problem: Hayes Sets Tone As Rockets Tie Series
Photo byJeff BalkeThe opening to the Rockets' player introductions sounded as unlikely and frightening as the task of defeating the vaunted Lakers without Yao Ming and Tracy McGrady. Somehow, "a 6-foot-6 center out of Kentucky" didn't deliver the same punch and energy as the booming "7-foot-6 ... More >>
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May 7, 2009
Five Ways To Fake Your Way Through A Rockets Conversation
Photo by Keith Allison It's been a long time since the Rockets were of any interest to most of Houston, but now that they've actually advanced past the first round of the playoffs, the bandwagon is getting full.A Houstonian will now be expected to be able to talk confidently about the team in order ... More >>
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April 8, 2009
Rockets-Magic: Landry makes triumphant return
Photo courtesy of Jeff BalkeIt was just over three weeks ago that Carl Landry was running for his life, attempting to dodge bullets from assailants who sideswiped his car, punctured his left calf and chased him until he hid between a house and a fence, waiting for emergency help while blood gu ... More >>
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April 8, 2009
Rockets-Magic: Landry Makes Triumphant Return
Photo courtesy of Jeff BalkeIt was just over three weeks ago that Carl Landry was running for his life, attempting to dodge bullets from assailants who sideswiped his car, punctured his left calf and chased him until he hid between a house and a fence, waiting for emergency help while blood gu ... More >>
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March 7, 2009
Rockets-Suns: Brooks, Lowry Bring Small Ball to Houston
If the Rockets needed any additional evidence to the potential success of a two point-guard system, they only needed to look on the other end of the court on Friday night at Toyota Center. The Phoenix Suns (34-28) have been the model of up-tempo basketball in recent years, routinely playing small g ... More >>
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March 7, 2009
Rockets-Suns: Brooks, Lowry Bring Small Ball to Houston
If the Rockets needed any additional evidence to the potential success of a two point-guard system, they only needed to look on the other end of the court on Friday night at Toyota Center. The Phoenix Suns (34-28) have been the model of up-tempo basketball in recent years, routinely playing small g ... More >>
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February 21, 2009
Rockets Fast Break: Adelman Stresses Consistency at Point
To Rockets coach Rick Adelman, consistency trumps contrast. When fans initially heard the Rafer Alston trade Thursday afternoon, much of the immediate reaction was negative. In addition to questioning the team going forward without an experienced starting point guard, many wondered why the team w ... More >>
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February 21, 2009
Rockets Fast Break: Adelman Stresses Consistency at Point
To Rockets coach Rick Adelman, consistency trumps contrast. When fans initially heard the Rafer Alston trade Thursday afternoon, much of the immediate reaction was negative. In addition to questioning the team going forward without an experienced starting point guard, many wondered why the team w ... More >>
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April 18, 2008
NBA Playoff Preview: Your Guess Is As Good As Mine
To Rockets coach Rick Adelman, consistency trumps contrast. When fans initially heard the Rafer Alston trade Thursday afternoon, much of the immediate reaction was negative. In addition to questioning the team going forward without an experienced starting point guard, many wondered why the team w ... More >>
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March 25, 2008
Rockets-Kings: The Art of Adelman
To Rockets coach Rick Adelman, consistency trumps contrast. When fans initially heard the Rafer Alston trade Thursday afternoon, much of the immediate reaction was negative. In addition to questioning the team going forward without an experienced starting point guard, many wondered why the team w ... More >>
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February 22, 2008
Rockets-Heat: A Pair of Pleasant Surprises
To Rockets coach Rick Adelman, consistency trumps contrast. When fans initially heard the Rafer Alston trade Thursday afternoon, much of the immediate reaction was negative. In addition to questioning the team going forward without an experienced starting point guard, many wondered why the team w ... More >>
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January 22, 2008
Supersonics vs. Rockets: Post-Game Talk with Rick Adelman, Yao Ming, Rafer Alston, Shane Battier and Tracy McGrady
To Rockets coach Rick Adelman, consistency trumps contrast. When fans initially heard the Rafer Alston trade Thursday afternoon, much of the immediate reaction was negative. In addition to questioning the team going forward without an experienced starting point guard, many wondered why the team w ... More >>
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November 26, 2007
Q&A with Daryl Morey: Surprise! Rockets Need Better Point Guard Play
To Rockets coach Rick Adelman, consistency trumps contrast. When fans initially heard the Rafer Alston trade Thursday afternoon, much of the immediate reaction was negative. In addition to questioning the team going forward without an experienced starting point guard, many wondered why the team w ... More >>
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July 2, 2007
Rashard Lewis Won’t Be Singing That Ozzy Tune Anytime Soon
To Rockets coach Rick Adelman, consistency trumps contrast. When fans initially heard the Rafer Alston trade Thursday afternoon, much of the immediate reaction was negative. In addition to questioning the team going forward without an experienced starting point guard, many wondered why the team w ... More >>
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June 29, 2007
Speculation Time
To Rockets coach Rick Adelman, consistency trumps contrast. When fans initially heard the Rafer Alston trade Thursday afternoon, much of the immediate reaction was negative. In addition to questioning the team going forward without an experienced starting point guard, many wondered why the team w ... More >>
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June 28, 2007
Rockets Should Improve, But Will It Matter?
To Rockets coach Rick Adelman, consistency trumps contrast. When fans initially heard the Rafer Alston trade Thursday afternoon, much of the immediate reaction was negative. In addition to questioning the team going forward without an experienced starting point guard, many wondered why the team w ... More >>

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