However, teams nowadays can never have too much range. The Rockets aren't in the mix for a generational star like AJ Dybantsa (for obvious reasons), but they are projected to land his BYU teammate in Bleacher Report's latest NBA mock draft from Jonathan Wasserman.

An obscure NBA rule, rarely enforced, abruptly disrupted the Rockets' rhythm, costing them possessions and momentum in a crucial clash.

It's unclear if star guard Luka Doncic will be able to play when the Los Angeles Lakers play on Christmas Day. Doncic has been battling a calf contusi.

The recent shortcomings have resulted in Houston dropping three spots in NBA.com's latest power rankings from John Schuhmann. The Rockets previously ranked third in the league, but have fallen to sixth, one spot above the Los Angeles Lakers and one under the San Antonio Spurs.

Tyrese Maxey is averaging 31.7 points per game, which ranks third in the NBA. Philadelphia has won six of its last eight games.

On Tuesday, the Los Angeles Lakers crumbled before the Phoenix Suns. Sure, LeBron James’ 23 points helped with damage control. But Luka Doncic’s explosive basketball?

There were three missed calls in the final 100 seconds of Monday’s overtime loss at Denver, all favoring the home team. Houston lost by three points.

Ime Udoka simultaneously roasted the Clippers and the Rockets while berating his team after their loss on Tuesday.

A disaster like never before, the Los Angeles Clippers are struggling to find their footing. Seems the basketball gods are having a good laugh. James Harden and Kawhi Leonard are failing, and so is the rest of the team.

The NBA is issuing a $25,000 fine to Rockets head coach Ime Udoka for “public criticism of officiating,” the league announced Wednesday.