Tag Archives: Houston Rockets

Harden Keeps Houston’s Season Alive

Posted on May 2, 2013 by Brendan Galella

It took five games, but James Harden finally found his touch from long range to help Houston avoid elimination for a second consecutive game. Harden ensured at least one more game would be played at the Toyota Center this season, … Continue reading →

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Harden Becoming Top Shooting Guard

Posted on March 26, 2013 by Brendan Galella

James Harden has not only proven he is capable of carrying a franchise since being dealt to Houston, but he may have also established himself as the most dominant shooting guard in the league. Sunday night against San Antonio there was no stopping Harden on … Continue reading →

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Defense Carries Houston to Key Win

Posted on March 9, 2013 by Brendan Galella

On a night when their explosive offensive attack was lacking, Houston briefly turned into defensive stoppers. Over the game’s final 12 minutes, the Rockets controlled the paint, forced Golden State into contested looks and allowed just 12 points, their fewest … Continue reading →

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Lin Draws First Career Technical Foul

Posted on February 22, 2013 by Brendan Galella

It took more than 3,000 minutes of play, but Jeremy Lin, the NBA’s only graduate from Harvard, finally made a mental mistake. As the first half of Wednesday’s contest against Oklahoma City was coming to a close, Lin hopped off … Continue reading →

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Thomas Robinson Dealt to Houston

Posted on February 20, 2013 by Brendan Galella

The Kings front court of the future lasted just 55 games. With less than 24 hours remaining before the trade deadline, the first deal in what is anticipated to be a frantic period, Sacramento struck first, sending rookie Thomas Robinson to … Continue reading →

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Harden Carrying the Burden in Houston

Posted on February 12, 2013 by Brendan Galella

James Harden is all about collecting as many points as easily as possible. The leagues fifth leading scorer has shown a penchant for maneuvering through players and finding his way to the rim to create easy opportunities for himself or a teammate. 

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Rockets Road Woes Continue

Posted on January 21, 2013 by Brendan Galella

The NBA’s youngest team is on an unsustainable path to the post season. Houston has made an unexpected playoff push, surpassing the Rockets, Lakers and Timberwolves in the standings even with as the most turnover prone team in the league. 

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Harden Morphing into a Superstar

Posted on November 5, 2012 by Brendan Galella

For an entire summer, the Rockets were doing everything possible to land a superstar on its roster. The team tried to entice potential suitors with numerous first round draft picks, cap flexibility and young veterans that could be sent in … Continue reading →

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Harden Dealt After Contract Talks End

Posted on October 28, 2012 by Brendan Galella

James Harden blocked just 15 shots all of last season, but one rejection just days before the start of the regular season ended his time in Oklahoma City. Only four days remained for the Thunder to reach an agreement on … Continue reading →

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2012 Season Preview- Southwest Division

Posted on October 23, 2012 by Brendan Galella

There’s another set of star forwards than need to prove they can play well together. Unlike the Carmelo Anthony and Amar’e Stoudemire duo in New York, Memphis has experience playoff success with Zach Randolph and Rudy Gay on its roster. 

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