Rockets' Ime Udoka Explains Jabari Smith Jr. Injury
Third-year pro Jabari Smith Jr. fractured his hand, which will keep him out for at least a month as he nurses it to good health. Rockets head coach Ime Udoka spoke about the injury before the game. "At some point in practice he got hit on the
Rockets Should Look to Trade Market After Jabari Smith Jr. Injury
The Houston Rockets are without their starting power forward for the next four to eight weeks, which means they could turn to the trade market for depth.
Rockets' Jabari Smith Jr. out 4-8 weeks after fracturing bone in hand
Houston forward Jabari Smith Jr. fractured a bone in his left hand and needs surgery that will keep him out four to eight weeks
Rockets’ Jabari Smith Jr out at least one month with broken hand
Jabari Smith Jr. continued to establish himself as a solid frontcourt starter in the opening months of his third NBA season. Smith’s progress will now be halted due to a broken hand. Houston Rockets head coach Ime Udoka announced Smith’s hand injury before Friday’s home contest against the Boston Celtics.
Rockets' Jabari Smith: Suffers broken hand
Smith had yet to miss a game this season but will now be sidelined for an extended period as his broken left hand is expected to require surgery. Before his injury, the 21-year-old forward was averaging 11.
Houston Rockets' Jabari Smith Jr. expected to miss 4-8 weeks with a broken hand
Houston Rockets forward Jabari Smith Jr. broke his left, non-shooting hand and will be out 4-8 weeks, coach Ime Udoka revealed prior to Friday night’s game against the Boston Celtics. The injury to Smith’s fourth metacarpal bone occurred during the Rockets’ morning shootaround and will require Smith to have surgery,
Ime Udoka on Amen Thompson suspension: Odd to suspend him for not throwing a punch
Ime Udoka was not surprised by Amen Thompson’s suspension but did say “To be suspended that much for not throwing a punch is ...
3 top Rockets trade targets in 2024-25 season
Here we will discuss the top three players whom the Houston Rockets must consider as trade targets for the 2024-25 season.
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With playing time scarce, Rockets assign rookie Reed Sheppard to NBA G League affiliate
With his NBA playing time increasingly scarce, the Rockets are assigning rookie guard Reed Sheppard to their G League affiliate.
Jayson Tatum gives candid assessment of former Celtics coach
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Rockets coach Ime Udoka offers take on Amen Thompson-Tyler Herro altercation
Players and coaches alike stormed the court, causing a large fracas. As the dust settled, a total of six people were ejected: ...
Rockets begin extended road stretch at cellar-dwelling Wizards
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The former Celtics coach, who lost the 2022 NBA Finals while in charge, wasn't the least bit surprised to see them win the title last season.
Jalen Green Has the Talent to Solve Houston’s Scoring Struggles
The Houston Rockets' Jalen Green shows occasional flashes of dynamic and elite play. Houston won't reach its potential this ...
Houston Rockets and depleted frontcourt fall to Boston Celtics
Pregame updates and news from the Rockets' NBA game against the Celtics at Toyota Center, where Rockets coach Ime Udoka faces ...
Ime Udoka drops Steven Adams truth bomb after vet shined vs. Lakers
Houston Rockets head coach Ime Udoka reveals his thoughts on his center Steven Adams after his strong return against the Los ...