Steven Adams News, Rumors, Updates - Houston Rockets

Report: If Steven Adams leaves in free agency, Rockets eyeing Brook Lopez as backup plan The Athletic’s Kelly Iko writes: “If (Steven) Adams leaves, team sources said the Rockets could reignite their interest in Brook Lopez.”

JUNE 3 • USATODAY.COM

Despite losing minutes, Jock Landale understands why Rockets prioritized Steven Adams Jock Landale on losing minutes to Steven Adams: “You’ve got to tuck your tail between your legs every now and again, and I’m happy to do so....

MAY 31 • USATODAY.COM

Struggles in Game 7 Adams ended with three points (1-4 FG, 1-2 FT) and seven rebounds over 26 minutes during Sunday's 103-89 loss to the Warriors in Game 7 of the first round of the Western Conference...

Impact Adams had a strong series overall, but couldn't make a significant impact Sunday with the Rockets attempting to utilize a frontcourt-heavy rotation. Adams was used sparingly in the regular season, playing an average of 13.7 minutes per night in 58 appearances with 3.9 points, 5.6 rebounds and 1.1 assists. Adams is likely to generate considerable interest from contending teams as a free agent this offseason.

MAY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Rockets 2-center lineup, explained: How Steven Adams, Alperen Sengun duo makes Houston a playoff threat | Sporting News The big fellas are getting the job done together.

MAY 4 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Steven Adams attributes Rockets' improved playoff offense to faster pace, ball movement Steven Adams on Houston’s improved playoff offense: “We’re not slowing down, and I think that's the main thing. We need to keep the pace up....

MAY 3 • USATODAY.COM

VanVleet leads Rockets back from 3-1 deficit and into deciding Game 7 against Warriors

Fred VanVleet combined for 55 points in the last two games to lead the Houston Rockets back from a 3-1 deficit and force a deciding Game 7 against the Golden State Warriors in thei...

MAY 3 • Associated Press

Drops 17 in Game 6 win Adams finished Friday's 115-107 victory over the Warriors in Game 6 of the first round of the Western Conference playoffs with 17 points (4-4 FG, 9-16 FT), five rebounds, three blo...

Impact Adams played a major role in Friday's win, scoring a season-high 17 points off the bench. The veteran big man is averaging 6.2 points, 6.5 rebounds and 1.3 blocks per game, shooting 68.8 percent from the field.

MAY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Steven Adams' New Nickname Surfaces After Dominant Game vs. Golden State Steven Adams got a new nickname from a Rockets star.

MAY 3 • THENEWSTRIBUNE.COM

Warriors could blow 3-1 series lead after Rockets force Game 7

The Houston Rockets beat the Golden State Warriors to force a series-deciding Game 7 behind another hot shooting night from Fred VanVleet.

MAY 3 • FOX SPORTS

Warriors could blow 3-1 series lead after Rockets force Game 7

Fred VanVleet and the Rockets force a deciding Game 7 by beating the Warriors 115-107 in Game 6

Fred VanVleet had 29 points, eight assists and eight rebounds, Alperen Sengun contributed 21 points and 14 rebounds, and the Houston Rockets kept their season alive by beating the...

MAY 3 • Associated Press

Rockets, Warriors get into shoving altercation in 2nd quarter of heated Game 4

Players on the Golden State Warriors and Houston Rockets got into a shoving altercation midway through the second quarter in Game 4 of their first-round playoff series, leading to...

APRIL 29 • Associated Press

Cleared to play Monday Adams (illness) is available for Monday's Game 4 against the Warriors, Danielle Lerner of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Impact Adams was a late addition to the injury report due to an illness, though he'll suit up as the Rockets attempt to even the series at two games apiece. The veteran big man has averaged 5.0 points, 7.0 rebounds and 1.0 assists across 18.0 minutes per game in three appearances during the first round thus far.

APRIL 29 • ROTOWIRE

Late addition to injury report Adams is now questionable for Monday's Game 4 against the Warriors due to illness.

Impact Adams was added to the team's injury report about 90 minutes before tipoff. The team will presumably wait to see if he can make it through pregame warmups before making a final determination on his availability for Monday night's matchup.

APRIL 29 • ROTOWIRE

Rockets center Steven Adams finishes second for NBA's 2024-25 Teammate of the Year award Rockets center Steven Adams finished second (behind only Warriors star Steph Curry) for the NBA’s 2024-25 Twyman-Stokes Teammate of the Year...

APRIL 28 • USATODAY.COM

Effective in Game 1 loss Adams ended Sunday's 95-85 loss to the Warriors in Game 1 of the first round of the Western Conference playoffs with six points (3-4 FG, 0-2 FT), 12 rebounds and one assist across...

Impact Although Adams would alternate roles with Jock Landale during the regular season at times, it's likely that he'll claim the bulk of the backup center minutes during the playoffs. During the regular season, Adams saw just 14.0 minutes per night with 4.0 points, 5.8 rebounds and 1.2 assists.

APRIL 21 • ROTOWIRE

Houston Rockets Steven Adams Expects the Crowd to " Be Freaking Lit" Houston Rockets reserve center Steven Adams is looking forward to his first playoffs with the Rockets.

APRIL 19 • KANSASCITY.COM

Houston Rockets Steven Adams Expects the Crowd to " Be Freaking Lit" Houston Rockets reserve center Steven Adams is looking forward to his first playoffs with the Rockets.

APRIL 19 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Rockets' veterans share wisdom on 2025 NBA playoff prep: 'Let's have that hunger and drive' Rockets veterans Fred VanVleet, Dillon Brooks, Jeff Green and Steven Adams talk to The Athletic about their playoff experiences.

APRIL 18 • NYTIMES.COM

Bench role vs. Golden State Adams will come off the bench during Sunday's game against the Warriors.

Impact After starting in Friday's win against the Thunder, Adams will return to a reserve role for Houston on Sunday against Golden State. In 51 games off the bench this season, the veteran big man has averaged 3.7 points and 5.6 rebounds per game, shooting 54.3 percent from the field.

APRIL 7 • ROTOWIRE

Promoted to starting role Adams is in the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Thunder, Lachard Binkley of SI.com reports.

Impact Head coach Ime Udoka decided to tweak the starting lineup in order to match the Thunder's frontcourt of Isaiah Hartenstein and Chet Holmgren, so Adams will start alongside Alperen Sengun. Despite the starting nod, Adams isn't expected to make too many waves in fantasy.

APRIL 4 • ROTOWIRE

Rockets center Steven Adams named as a finalist for NBA's Teammate of the Year award Veteran Rockets center Steven Adams is one of 12 finalists for the NBA’s annual Teammate of the Year award, the league announced Wednesday.

APRIL 2 • USATODAY.COM

Steven Adams, Dorian Finney-Smith's Tense Confrontation Caught on Camera During Lakers vs. Rockets Game Steven Adams of the Rockets got into a confrontation.

APRIL 1 • THENEWSTRIBUNE.COM

Rockets' Brooks ejected after scuffle with Suns' Durant

Houston Rockets forward Dillon Brooks was ejected Sunday night against the Phoenix Suns after a brief shoving match with Kevin Durant

MARCH 31 • Associated Press

Good to go Sunday Adams (wrist) will play Sunday against the Suns.

Impact After sitting out Thursday's game against the Jazz, Adams will likely reprise his role as the backup center. There's a possibility for a maintenance day Monday against the Lakers, however.

MARCH 30 • ROTOWIRE

Houston faces Phoenix, seeks 5th straight road win

Houston aims to prolong its four-game road win streak with a victory over Phoenix

MARCH 29 • Associated Press

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