[Last Word on Sports] - Analyzing the Fantasy Value of the Top 10 2024 NBA Draft Picks - Basketball - Houston Rockets news - NewsLocker (2024)

Following the end of the and quieting down, some could have fantasy basketball value in the upcoming 2024-25 season. While many dubbed this a weaker , each rookie has the potential to make a real-life and fantasy impact. Analyzing the Fantasy Value of the Top 10 2024 NBA Draft Picks #1 Zaccharie Risacher 2023-24 stats with JL Bourg: 10.1 PPG, 3.8 RPG, 0.9 APG, 0.8 SPG, 0.3 BPG, 1.2 3PM, 1.3 TOV, 44/35/74 No. 1 overall pick is yet another highly touted French prospect. The 19-year-old projects to

[USA Today: Rockets Wire] - VIDEOS: Jabari Smith Jr., Amen Thompson at USA Basketball training camp

As part of the 2024 Select Team, Amen Thompson and Jabari Smith Jr. were able to show off their skills to NBA royalty at USA Basketball’s training camp in Las Vegas.

[Fan Nation] - Fans Predict Rockets Player to be First to Troll Bronny James About Nepotism

Dillon Brooks has had many run-ins with Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James, with several franchises. Brooks and James developed somewhat of a rift when B

[USA Today: Rockets Wire] - PHOTOS: Amen Thompson, Jabari Smith Jr. join USA Basketball training camp

As part of the Select Team, Rockets prospects Amen Thompson and Jabari Smith Jr. joined this week’s USA Basketball training camp for the Olympics.

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[Fan Nation] - Rockets' Dillon Brooks and Jock Landale to Compete in 2024 Paris Summer Olympics

With Dillon Brooks and Jock Landale, the Houston Rockets will be represented well during the 2024 Paris Summer Olympics.

[Fan Nation] - Why the Houston Rockets Should Trade For Lauri Markkanen

The 7-foot Finnish big would add so much to Houston as they build a potential playoff team.

[Last Word on Sports] - Giannis Antetokounmpo’s Herculean Effort Leads To Olympics

is the leader just about everywhere he goes. As a two-time NBA MVP, 2020 Defensive Player of the Year, and 2021 NBA Champion, it may come with the territory. Nonetheless, whether it’s the Milwaukee Bucks or Greek national team, all eyes are on him. One of the most uniquely gifted seven-footers, his elite explosiveness makes him seem like all he has to do is run and jump to dominate. However, Antetokounmpo’s two-end playmaking comes down to far more than his physical attributes. He&rs

[Last Word on Sports] - Houston Hoping To Be Summer League Specialists No Longer

Once again, Houston is packing the rocket ship for another Summer League expedition. But is this the year the regular season takes priority? Houston's Summer League roster will still feature plenty of talent. , , is among those expected to suit up. The newly acquired aft-section gunnery officer () will also be reporting for duty. But this may be the year that Houston's Summer League squad begins to look more like any other roster. The front office will be hoping that the team can pivot to being

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[Fan Nation] - Summer League Notes: Former Rockets First-Round Pick Scratched in Miami Heat Win

The 2021 NBA Draft was a pivotal one for the Houston Rockets. The franchise was entering their first full offseason following the trades that split up the Rocke

Houston Hoping To Be Summer League Specialists No Longer

Once again, Houston is packing the rocket ship for another Summer League expedition. But is this the year the regular season takes priority? Houston’s Summer League roster will still feature plenty of talent.

[SB Nation: The Dream Shake] - An early look at the Rockets rotation for 2024-25

Who makes the Rockets rotation for next season?

[USA Today: Rockets Wire] - Projected 2024-25 Houston Rockets depth chart by position

With the 2024 draft and the NBA’s opening wave of free agency in the books, here is an initial look at a potential 2024-25 depth chart for Ime Udoka’s Houston Rockets.

[Fansided: Space City Scoop] - Where does Alperen Sengun rank among all-time Rockets big men according to BPM?

The Houston Rockets have a rich history of great big men. Where does Alperen Sengun rank according to BPM?

[Fan Nation] - Early Power Rankings Show Rockets Haven't Won Over General Public

The 2024 offseason wasn't anything similar to last year's offseason, at least for the Houston Rockets. In fact, it's been quite the opposite. Last year, the Roc

[Sports Illustrated] - LOOK: Rockets' Jabari Smith Jr., Amen Thompson with USA Basketball Select Team

Houston Rockets' Jabari Smith Jr. and Amen Thompson made their first appearance as part of the Select Team.

[Fan Nation] - Why Amen Thompson Could Start for the Houston Rockets This Season

Houston Rockets forwardAmen Thompsonfinished an impressive rookie season, being an effective two-way player coming off the bench. The 21-year-old out of the Ove

[Sports Illustrated] - Rockets Announce Re-Signing of Veteran Point Guard Aaron Holiday

The Houston Rockets made the re-signing of veteran point guard Aaron Holiday official, who will return to the franchise for his second consecutive season.

Why Amen Thompson Could Start for the Houston Rockets This Season - Sports Illustrated

Why Amen Thompson Could Start for the Houston Rockets This SeasonSports Illustrated

[Houston Roundball Review] - Where Will Reed Sheppard's Minutes Come From?

#houstonroundballreview #rockets #letstalkhoustonrocketsAs currently structured, the Houston Rockets are very guard heavy. From the 7/6 "Let's Talk Houston R...

[Last Word on Sports] - Caleb Martin And Other NBA Players That Fumbled The Bag

On Saturday, the signed to a four-year deal. It was a solid signing for a Philadelphia team that has been busy this offseason, most notably signing . After Martin’s contract details emerged though, it became fairly evident that he was an example of a NBA player fumbling the bag. https://twitter.com/flasportsbuzz/status/1809602987536576649?s=61&t=8Cnz4NrhZVSXyNIavr4dgQ If he truly was offered that deal by the , Martin lost out on $33 million on a contract that is just one year longer th

Rockets Trading Alperen Sengun Would Be 'Malpractice', Says Expert - Athlon Sports

Rockets Trading Alperen Sengun Would Be 'Malpractice', Says ExpertAthlon Sports

[Fan Nation] - Explaining Aaron Holiday's True Value for the Rockets

The Houston Rockets' defensive emphasis last summer came at the expense of offense and shooting. This indirectly turned Aaron Holiday into a makeshift shooter,

[Chron] - Waiting on Houston Rockets’ free agent summer splash? Don’t hold your breath.

Houston general manager Rafael Stone is taking a deliberate pace to the franchise's rebuild.

[USA Today: Rockets Wire] - Rockets organize week of basketball events to celebrate Houston’s ‘713 Day’

To celebrate ‘713 Day’ in Houston, the Rockets are organizing a #Rockets713 campaign with a week of basketball drops and camps.

Rockets organize basketball events to celebrate Houston's '713 Day' - Rockets Wire

Rockets organize basketball events to celebrate Houston's '713 Day'Rockets Wire

[Houston Roundball Review] - Storm Beryl Approaching: Prepare for Heavy Rain and Strong Winds!

#houstonroundballreview #letstalkhoustonrockets #houstonrockets From the 7/6 "Let's Talk Houston Rockets" livestream showWatch the full show on YouTube: http...

Rockets Ex Donatas Motiejunas Named Biggest Free Agency 'Bag Fumbles' - Athlon Sports

Rockets Ex Donatas Motiejunas Named Biggest Free Agency 'Bag Fumbles'Athlon Sports

[Houston Roundball Review] - Reed Shepard: The Hidden Shot-Blocking Gem You Didn't Know About!

#houstonroundballreview #LetsTalkHoustonRockets #Houstonrockets From the 7/6 "Let's Talk Houston Rockets" livestream show

[Fadeaway World] - Ranking The 2024 NBA Draft Class By Categories

Ranking the top 2024 NBA Draft Class by 15 different categories including scoring, defense, 3-PT shooting, overall, and more.

[Sports Illustrated] - Could Houston Rockets Add More Shooting With Free Agent Signing?

The Houston Rockets still have room to improve this offseason, should they choose to do so. Last season, the Rockets posted a 41-41 record, good for the No. 11