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Rockets, John Wall agree to contract buyout prior to free agency

John Wall will give back approximately $7 million in salary to the Rockets in exchange for a contract buyout prior to free agency, Chris Haynes reports. Wall plans to sign with the Clippers.

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Kyrie Irving opts in, pushes back long-term decision on Nets to 2023

The Houston impact of Kyrie Irving opting in for one more season with the Nets is fairly minimal, since the next draft pick directly conveyed from Brooklyn isn’t likely to arrive until 2024.

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Report: With crowded frontcourt, Rockets open to trading KJ Martin

With Houston having drafted a pair of rookie frontcourt players in Jabari Smith and Tari Eason, third-year forward KJ Martin is reportedly available by trade.

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Clippers to make strong pitch to John Wall in free agency

League sources reiterated Monday that the Clippers would be making a strong pitch to Wall once he makes it to the open market, with their chances of signing him said to be enhanced by the presence of coach Tyronn Lue. Source: Marc Stein @ ...

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Rockets rookie Tari Eason carrying ‘chip on my shoulder’ to NBA

“Tari is his hardest critic of himself,” said his mother, Teroya Eason. “There is no joking about it. He works with that chip on his shoulder. I am very proud of him.”

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Breakup between John Wall, Rockets gaining momentum

There were some trade talks involving a few teams on draft night, but none of those deals materialized. With the draft now behind them, the Rockets plan to reassess things with Wall. Sources say a breakup between Wall and the franchise is gaining ...

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Toledo Rockets Preview 2022: Season Prediction, Breakdown, Key Games, Players

Toledo College Football Preview 2022: Team breakdown, season prediction, keys to the campaign, and what you need to know

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Lakers would be interested in John Wall if he’s bought out

If the Houston Rockets buy out former All-Star John Wall, the Lakers will reportedly look into signing him.

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John Wall buyout getting more likely with Lakers, Heat, Clippers interested

Yet rumbles have finally begun to circulate about John Wall resurfacing as an active player next season. This week marked the first time in some time that I heard serious murmurs about Wall successfully negotiating a buyout with the Rockets after ...

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Why Alperen Sengun could be the biggest Jabari Smith beneficiary

On paper, Jabari Smith may be a better fit next to young Rockets center Alperen Sengun than what Paolo Banchero would have been. Shooting and floor spacing are among the reasons.

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Rockets sign rookie guard Trevor Hudgins as undrafted free agent

Northwest Missouri State guard Trevor Hudgins, a two-time Division II Player of the Year, is joining the Rockets for summer league (and perhaps beyond) on a two-way contract.

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No surprises: Rockets picking up 2022-23 contract option on Jae’Sean Tate

The Rockets have gotten starting-caliber production from Jae’Sean Tate for two years, so picking up the final-year option on his initial NBA contract was a very easy call for Rafael Stone.

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TyTy Washington ready to bring winning spirit, confidence to Rockets

“One thing I bring to the table, no matter where I’m at, is my winning spirit,” TyTy Washington said in his introductory press conference with the Rockets. “I always want to win."

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Christian Wood thanks Rockets, fans for two seasons in Houston

With his trade to Dallas now official, former Rockets center Christian Wood composed a letter to thank the Rockets and Houston fans after spending two seasons with the franchise.

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Podcast: Michael Scotto on Houston’s 2022 draft, free agency plans

Michael Scotto, NBA insider for HoopsHype, joins us to preview free agency and recap Houston’s strong draft class — led by Jabari Smith.

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Rockets welcome Jabari Smith, Tari Eason, TyTy Washington to Houston

Rockets draftees Jabari Smith, Tari Eason, and TyTy Washington traveled to their new NBA home Friday and shared some initial impressions.

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Inside the Moves that Defined the 2022 NBA Draft

How the Magic pulled off a surprise at No. 1. Plus, a closer look at the draft decisions by the Thunder, Kings and Blazers.

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Draft grades, reaction: How experts rank the 2022 Houston Rockets rookie class

The Rockets finished with three first-round additions, including a potential No. 1 pick at No. 3 overall. To no surprise, Rafael Stone received high marks from draft experts for his work.

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Excited Rafael Stone reacts to Jabari Smith addition, 2022 Rockets draft

It was a busy draft night for the Rockets, starting with the addition of Auburn forward Jabari Smith at No. 3 overall. Here’s what stood out to general manager Rafael Stone.

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PHOTOS: Jabari Smith, Tari Eason, TyTy Washington Jr. drafted by Rockets

Thursday was a banner night for Auburn’s Jabari Smith, LSU’s Tari Eason, and Kentucky’s TyTy Washington Jr., who were drafted in the NBA’s 2022 first round by the Rockets.

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2022 NBA Draft: Best Rookie Landing Spots

Jabari Smith in Houston and Chet Holmgren in Oklahoma City lead the list of players who will likely fit in perfectly with their new teams.

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Houston trades back from No. 26 to No. 29, drafts TyTy Washington Jr.

Houston traded back three slots from No. 26 to No. 29 in the first round. The wheeling and dealing resulted in Kentucky guard TyTy Washington Jr. and two future second-round picks.

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Jabari Smith happy to be where he’s wanted in Houston

Jabari Smith on joining the Rockets: “I know if I come in every day trying to win, everything else will take care of itself. I am looking forward to a big year.”

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Complete List of Every First Round Pick of 2022 NBA Draft

30 NBA prospects were selected in the first round of this year’s draft on Thursday night.

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Houston bolsters defense, selects LSU forward Tari Eason at No. 17

The Rockets had the NBA’s worst defense last season, and they addressed that deficiency by drafting versatile LSU forward Tari Eason at No. 17 overall on Thursday.

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