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Jabari Smith, Houston Rockets and Kevin Durant

‘I wanted to be him’: Jabari Smith Jr. grew up admiring new Rockets teammate Kevin Durant

Like many tall basketball players with above-average shooting ability, Jabari Smith Jr. often tried to emulate Kevin Durant. For the 22-year-old forward, Durant’s archetype was something of a blueprint during his developmental years.

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Rockets’ Jabari Smith Jr. Had Stunning Admission About Kevin Durant

Jabari Smith Jr. shared an admission about how new Rockets teammate Kevin Durant was his favorite player growing up until a major decision.

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Rockets’ Jabari Smith Jr. reveals late bloomer athletic journey

Houston Rockets forward Jabari Smith Jr. reveals he was a late bloomer, sharing he didn’t dunk until ninth grade despite being 6’5.

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1 final move Houston Rockets must make to complete 2025 NBA offseason

The Rockets’ offseason has been nearly perfect. But to truly contend in 2025-26, they must solve their last remaining ...

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ESPN Ranks Rockets' Reed Sheppard as NBA's Top Sophomore

The Houston Rockets' stockpile of young prospects was on full display in 2024-25, as the team finished with 52 wins in the Western Conference and received stron ...

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Rockets, Steve Francis to host back-to-school bash at Houston’s Moody Community Center

The Rockets and Reliant, in partnership with the Houston Parks and Recreation Department, are teaming up to host a third ...

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Do the Nuggets & Rockets threaten OKC? + Kuminga latest & CBA changes with Adam Mares

Kevin O’Connor is joined by Adam Mares from the NBA Summer League in Las Vegas to break down Denver’s offseason moves, ...

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Houston Rockets Expecting a Big Jump in Amen Thompson's Playmaking

The Houston Rockets were one of, if not the busiest, teams this offseason. The Rockets were involved in blockbuster trades, ...

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Houston Rockets single-season assists per game leaders

From Olajuwon to Malone to Drexler, the Houston Rockets have a plethora of Hall of Fame players play for the franchise, with some dishing out amazing assists.