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Rockets follow Jalen Brunson blueprint perfectly with shocking draft trade The Rockets traded up to get their own version of Jalen Brunson in Bruce Thornton.

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The NBA draft brings more paint presence to the Southwest Division with a plethora of big men

The NBA’s Southwest Division could become a showcase next season for rookies who do their best work in the paint

3 HOURS AGO • Associated Press

Quadir Copeland - Joining Houston on two-way pact Copeland agreed to a two-way contract with the Rockets on Wednesday, Dushawn London of 247sports.com reports.

Impact Copeland didn't hear his name called in the 2026 NBA Draft but will get an opportunity with the Rockets. However, he'll likely spend the majority of his time with their G League affiliate, the Rio Grande Valley Vipers. Over 34 games with NC State in 2025-26, the 22-year-old guard averaged 13.9 points, 6.5 assists, 3.6 rebounds and 1.8 steals in 28.8 minutes per game.

3 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Rockets urged to reunite Kevin Durant with ex-$206 million Lakers nightmare point guard | Sporting News An NBA journalist floated the idea of the Houston Rockets signing a former Los Angeles Lakers disappointment.

3 HOURS AGO • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Reports: Hawks, Clippers, Rockets exchange Second-Round picks at 2026 NBA Draft During Wednesday's Round 2 of the 2026 NBA Draft, the Hawks make a move for North Carolina center Henri Veesaar.

3 HOURS AGO • NBA.COM

Rockets finally find their Fred VanVleet replacement with Bruce Thornton The Houston Rockets are guilty of often misappropriating funds in their recent push for contention, and the big contract handed out to point...

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Did the Rockets reach on their 31st overall pick for Bruce Thornton? | Sporting News ESPN thinks they did.

4 HOURS AGO • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Rockets' draft pick was traded for Alperen Sengun and Westbrook before anyone was taken The Houston Rockets traded up for the 31st overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, and the selection was traded for multiple stars before anyone...

5 HOURS AGO • SPACECITYSCOOP.COM

Houston Rockets Trade to No. 31, Draft Bruce Thornton The Rockets made the biggest move on Day 2 of the NBA Draft, trading multiple second round picks to move up to No. 31 and get their guy. Aft...

5 HOURS AGO • SI.COM

Bruce Thornton - Selected by Houston after trade-up The Knicks selected Thornton with the No. 31 overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft and traded his rights to the Rockets, Jeff Goodman of Fieldof68.com reports.

Impact After a four-year stint at Ohio State, the Buckeyes' all-time leading scorer will join the Rockets, who acquired the Nos. 31 and 55 picks in this year's draft in exchange for the Nos. 39 and 53 picks and a 2029 second-rounder. Thornton impressed in his final college season, averaging 19.9 points, 5.1 rebounds, 3.9 assists and 1.1 steals while recording 55.4/40.0/82.9 shooting splits in 36.5 minutes per contest. He's a strong lead guard who will likely compete with Aaron Holiday for rotational minutes.

5 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Why Bruce Thornton is a steal for the Houston Rockets in the 2026 NBA Draft after trade | Sporting News Houston made it clear who they wanted.

5 HOURS AGO • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Report: Knicks open Round 2 of 2026 Draft with swap of No. 31 overall With Wednesday's Second Round underway on ESPN, the Knicks open the action with a trade involving the Rockets.

5 HOURS AGO • NBA.COM

2 Realistic Options for the Rockets in Round Two of the 2026 NBA Draft The Houston Rockets will be making a selection tonight in the 2026 NBA Draft. Well, technically two selections. Which will be the Rockets' f...

6 HOURS AGO • SI.COM

Rockets' Second-Round NBA Draft Picks Could Shape Their Offseason Plans Will Houston be drafting insurance for its free agents or the best prospect available?

7 HOURS AGO • SI.COM

The Rockets Head Coach Has The Most To Prove In Texas The Houston Rockets once had the team with the highest upside in the state. The Rockets and the San Antonio Spurs spent several seasons near...

8 HOURS AGO • SI.COM

Two First-Round NBA Draft Picks the Rockets May Regret Not Trading For With plenty of first-round trades in the 2026 NBA Draft, Houston could have gotten in on the action for high-upside talent.

10 HOURS AGO • SI.COM

If available, the Rockets shouldn't hesitate to draft this former UH star | Sporting News There’s plenty of talent left in this draft, but one name sticks out as a possible option.

10 HOURS AGO • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

2 Shooters the Rockets Could Target in the Second Round Wednesday Alas, the 2026 NBA Draft is underway. The first round is already in the books and the second round kicks off on Tuesday. The Houston Rockets...

12 HOURS AGO • SI.COM

NBA draft finishes up in New York, where some second-round picks are revered

Some of New York’s biggest basketball heroes were second-round draft picks

15 HOURS AGO • Associated Press

Rockets' Dorian Finney-Smith Reportedly Drawing Interest Around the League Houston Rockets General Manager Rafael Stone has developed a pretty good track record in his six years as Houston's front office executive....

15 HOURS AGO • SI.COM

Rockets' Ben Sullivan Should be Happy Blazers Passed on him for Coaching Post The Houston Rockets' coaching staff has remained mostly intact ever since Ime Udoka arrived in 2023. Tiago Splitter is essentially the lone...

19 HOURS AGO • SI.COM

Rockets and Timberwolves expected to be of interest for $114 million All-Star | Sporting News Which All-Star?

1 DAY AGO • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

A dizzying NBA draft wraps up with flurry of trades swapping spots and players

The NBA draft for 2026 featured yet another flurry of swaps and trades over two rounds and two nights that started before the first name was announced and involved the last player...

1 DAY AGO • Associated Press

Grizzlies, Mavs and Spurs bring top front-court prospects to the Southwest Division in the NBA draft

The Memphis Grizzlies, Dallas Mavericks and San Antonio Spurs brought three prominent front-court prospects to the Southwest Division in the first round of the NBA draft

1 DAY AGO • Associated Press

Thunder officially won Russell Westbrook trade after full details finalized The Oklahoma City Thunder fleeced the Houston Rockets in the Russell Westbrook trade as the full details are finalized.

1 DAY AGO • THUNDEROUSINTENTIONS.COM

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The NBA draft brings more paint presence to the Southwest Division with a plethora of big men

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Grizzlies, Mavs and Spurs bring top front-court prospects to the Southwest Division in the NBA draft

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The NBA draft brings more paint presence to the Southwest Division with a plethora of big men

NBA draft finishes up in New York, where some second-round picks are revered

A dizzying NBA draft wraps up with flurry of trades swapping spots and players

Grizzlies, Mavs and Spurs bring top front-court prospects to the Southwest Division in the NBA draft