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Rockets clinch top 6 playoff seed, avoid play-in tournament with blowout win over Jazz
Read full article: Rockets clinch top 6 playoff seed, avoid play-in tournament with blowout win over JazzWith Wednesday night’s victory over the Utah Jazz, the Houston Rockets have clinched a top six seed in the NBA playoffs and avoided the play-in tournament.
Where to the Final Four in Houston this weekend
Read full article: Where to the Final Four in Houston this weekendThe Houston Cougars are headed to the Final Four this weekend! If you're not going to San Antonio to watch them in person, here are some spots around town you can visit and watch! Let us know where you're missing the game.
UH is heading to its seventh Final Four in team history. Here’s how the last six trips went
Read full article: UH is heading to its seventh Final Four in team history. Here’s how the last six trips wentOn Sunday, the Houston Cougars took care of the Tennessee Volunteers to punch their ticket to San Antonio, where they will face the Duke Blue Devils in the Final Four of the 2024 NCAA men’s basketball tournament.
Florida rallies to shock Texas Tech in Elite Eight, advance to first Final Four since 2014
Read full article: Florida rallies to shock Texas Tech in Elite Eight, advance to first Final Four since 2014In a year of March Madness basketball that has been notoriously lacking in upsets, a top seed narrowly avoided being the first to fall.
Traveling to watch University of Houston’s March Madness opener? Here are some spots to check out in Wichita!
Read full article: Traveling to watch University of Houston’s March Madness opener? Here are some spots to check out in Wichita!On Thursday, fans of the University of Houston men’s basketball team will get their first taste of March Madness, as the top-seeded Cougars will make their debut in the 2025 tournament with a matchup against 16-seeded SIU Edwardsville.
Texas knocks off rival A&M in double overtime, advances to SEC tournament quarterfinals
Read full article: Texas knocks off rival A&M in double overtime, advances to SEC tournament quarterfinalsOn Thursday, March 13, the Texas Longhorns faced off against the Texas A&M Aggies in the second round of the SEC tournament.
Texas tops Vanderbilt in opening round of SEC tournament, will face A&M in 2nd round
Read full article: Texas tops Vanderbilt in opening round of SEC tournament, will face A&M in 2nd roundThe Texas Longhorns took down the Vanderbilt Commodores in the opening round of the SEC men’s basketball tournament, setting up an in-state showdown against Texas A&M with major March Madness implications.
Adams, Plumlee both ejected after fight during Rockets game vs. Suns
Read full article: Adams, Plumlee both ejected after fight during Rockets game vs. SunsTempers flared in the second quarter of Wednesday night’s game between the Houston Rockets and the Phoenix Suns, leading to a player from each team being ejected after a bodyslam on the court.
Strong performance from Jabari Smith Jr. lifts Rockets over Magic, 97-84
Read full article: Strong performance from Jabari Smith Jr. lifts Rockets over Magic, 97-84On Monday, March 10, the Houston Rockets hosted the Orlando Magic at the Toyota Center in Houston.In a physical and competitive contest, the Rockets pulled away in the second half and came away with win.
Rockets’ Amen Thompson to miss 10 to 14 days with left ankle sprain
Read full article: Rockets’ Amen Thompson to miss 10 to 14 days with left ankle sprainHouston Rockets emerging star Amen Thompson will be sidelined for multiple games after he suffered an ankle injury in Saturday night’s blowout win over the New Orleans Pelicans.
Rockets win 2nd straight game vs. Pelicans in 146-117 rout
Read full article: Rockets win 2nd straight game vs. Pelicans in 146-117 routOn Saturday, March 8, the Houston Rockets faced off against the New Orleans Pelicans at the Toyota Center in Houston. The Rockets took care of the Pelicans in dominant fashion, never surrendering their double-digit lead in the second half.
3 HISD schools make it to boys basketball state championship
Read full article: 3 HISD schools make it to boys basketball state championshipHISD has cause for celebration this week, as a district record three schools have made the state final in boys basketball, something that has never been done in the district’s long history.
Historic first quarter helps Rockets edge out Timberwolves, 121-115
Read full article: Historic first quarter helps Rockets edge out Timberwolves, 121-115On Friday, Feb. 21, the Houston Rockets faced off against the Minnesota Timberwolves at the Toyota Center in Houston in their first game following the NBA All-Star game.
Rockets snap 6-game losing streak with gritty home win vs. Raptors
Read full article: Rockets snap 6-game losing streak with gritty home win vs. RaptorsThe Houston Rockets entered Sunday’s game against the Toronto Raptors in the middle of their worst skid of the season, and they managed to grind out a tough, low-scoring victory.
‘Everything was off tonight from the start’: Nets hand Rockets 2nd straight loss as 4th quarter surge falls short
Read full article: ‘Everything was off tonight from the start’: Nets hand Rockets 2nd straight loss as 4th quarter surge falls shortThe Nets grabbed an early advantage and never looked back, handling the Rockets and securing a 102-86 victory in Houston.
KPRC 2 Athlete of the Week: Sebastian Williams-Adams, St. John’s Basketball
Read full article: KPRC 2 Athlete of the Week: Sebastian Williams-Adams, St. John’s BasketballCongratulations to the KPRC 2 and UTMB Health Athlete of the Week, St. John’s Mavericks senior star hooper Sebastian Williams-Adams.
Harlem Globetrotters: A Legacy of Basketball and Unity
Read full article: Harlem Globetrotters: A Legacy of Basketball and UnityIn a candid conversation with Houston Life’s Melanie Camp at the Fondé Recreation Center, Sweet Lou Dunbar, a retired Harlem Globetrotter and current coach, reflected on his nearly five-decade journey with the iconic basketball team. Dunbar shared his experiences and insights into the Harlem Globetrotters' rich history and cultural impact.
KPRC 2′s Athlete of the Week: Shadow Creek’s Bryce Jackson and future Houston Cougar
Read full article: KPRC 2′s Athlete of the Week: Shadow Creek’s Bryce Jackson and future Houston CougarShadow Creek’s Bryce Jackson is not just one of the best players in the city, he’s one of the best players in the state. It’s a big reason why the Houston Cougars picked up him as a commit in the 2025 class.

Rockets’ rookie Reed Sheppard scores 49 points in G-League debut
Read full article: Rockets’ rookie Reed Sheppard scores 49 points in G-League debutThe Houston Rockets decided to send rookie guard Reed Sheppard to the Rio Grande Valley Vipers, their G League affiliate team. In his first game, he reminded everyone why he was the No. 3 pick in the 2024 NBA Draft.
High school hoops magazine highlights top talent, helps keep parents informed
Read full article: High school hoops magazine highlights top talent, helps keep parents informedA small business owner in Houston recently launched a magazine detailing many of these athletes’ stories and hoping to help parents navigate the changing world of college recruiting and possible NIL deals.
Rockets’ rookie guard Reed Sheppard gets high praise from NBA GMs in survey
Read full article: Rockets’ rookie guard Reed Sheppard gets high praise from NBA GMs in surveyReed Sheppard has yet to log a single minute in a regular season NBA game, but he is already creating buzz from the league’s most qualified staff members.
Dikembe Mutombo, Hall of Famer, Rockets legend and tireless advocate, dies at 58 from brain cancer
Read full article: Dikembe Mutombo, Hall of Famer, Rockets legend and tireless advocate, dies at 58 from brain cancerBasketball Hall of Famer Dikembe Mutombo, one of the best defensive players in NBA history and a longtime global ambassador for the game, died Monday from brain cancer, the league announced.
Lakers power forward and Houston-native Jarred Vanderbilt talks about 4th annual backpack giveaway
Read full article: Lakers power forward and Houston-native Jarred Vanderbilt talks about 4th annual backpack giveawayKPRC 2′s Ari Alexander sat down with Vanderbilt ahead of the Jarred Vanderbilt Foundation’s fourth annual backpack giveaway.
Rockets’ Reed Sheppard garners praise from NBA stars following strong Summer League outings
Read full article: Rockets’ Reed Sheppard garners praise from NBA stars following strong Summer League outingsNBA Summer League is in full swing, and many of the league’s young and developing talents are showcasing their skills. Among the top performers from the first stretch of games has been Rockets’ top draft pick Reed Sheppard.
Rockets deal No. 44 overall pick to Hawks for A.J. Griffin
Read full article: Rockets deal No. 44 overall pick to Hawks for A.J. GriffinThe Houston Rockets are trading their only pick remaining in the 2024 draft for third-year guard A.J. Griffin, a league source confirmed to KPRC 2 Sports. The Atlanta Hawks will receive the 44th overall pick.
Mic’d Up with McIlvoy - Relive the Rockets’ 1994 NBA Finals run 30 years later
Read full article: Mic’d Up with McIlvoy - Relive the Rockets’ 1994 NBA Finals run 30 years laterIn 1994, the Houston Rockets hoisted the Larry O’Brien trophy for the first time in franchise history after taking down the New York Knicks in a dramatic seven-game series. 30 years later, KPRC 2 is celebrating the Rockets’ unforgettable run.
Cynthia Cooper and Steve Francis host clinic and games at Crossover Athletics
Read full article: Cynthia Cooper and Steve Francis host clinic and games at Crossover AthleticsTwo basketball legends teamed up this weekend to host a free clinic, and a basketball tournament at Crossover Athletics in Stafford.
Granny Basketball’s new league in Katy is looking for energetic and fun women over 50 to participate
Read full article: Granny Basketball’s new league in Katy is looking for energetic and fun women over 50 to participateTessa hit the court to experience Granny Basketball. The league just added a new team of women out in Katy. She found out how these women are proving the sport has no limits when it comes to age.
Source: Jamal Shead to play in second half as Houston Cougars continue game against Duke
Read full article: Source: Jamal Shead to play in second half as Houston Cougars continue game against DukeAfter spraining his ankle midway through the first half, Jamal Shead is “going to give it a go” a source told KPRC2.
Heading to Dallas for UH-Duke? Here’s 5 things to do while you’re in town!
Read full article: Heading to Dallas for UH-Duke? Here’s 5 things to do while you’re in town!With the first weekend of March Madness now in the rearview mirror, the top-seeded Cougars are still alive and looking for another win against Duke.
Rockets on Fire: 10 Consecutive wins propel team towards Play-In Tournament
Read full article: Rockets on Fire: 10 Consecutive wins propel team towards Play-In TournamentEntering the month of March, the Rockets held a 25-34 record and were comfortably absent from playoff conversations in the competitive Western Conference. Roughly 30 days later, the squad sits at 37-35, having won 10 straight games and 12 of their last 13.
Where does Jamal Shead rank among greatest athletes in Houston sports history?
Read full article: Where does Jamal Shead rank among greatest athletes in Houston sports history?It’s not a stretch to say Shead should be high on the list of greatest athletes in Houston sports history, given the traits he has shown.
3 key questions for Houston Cougars entering Sweet 16
Read full article: 3 key questions for Houston Cougars entering Sweet 16First up is a Sweet 16 matchup against Duke at roughty 8:40 p.m. Friday night, with the winner playing either Marquette or N.C. State on Sunday for the right to go to the Final Four in Arizona.
UH’s Jamal Shead finalist for Naismith Defensive Player of the Year
Read full article: UH’s Jamal Shead finalist for Naismith Defensive Player of the YearPostseason recognition continues to pour in for University of Houston senior point guard Jamal Shead as he has been named a Finalist for the Naismith Defensive Player of the Year by the Atlanta Tipoff Club. The official announcement was made Thursday morning.
How much meaning does Big 12 tournament have for Houston Cougars?
Read full article: How much meaning does Big 12 tournament have for Houston Cougars?If the Cougars don’t reach the Big 12 tournament final at all, it won’t be that big of a deal. On the contrary, it might be beneficial for their national title hopes.
Houston Cougars still have much to play for in last game of regular season despite big win Wednesday
Read full article: Houston Cougars still have much to play for in last game of regular season despite big win WednesdaySaturday’s 3 p.m. tip should be an electric atmosphere not only because it’s the last home game of the season at Fertitta Center, but because there is plenty more to earn.
Houston Cougars on verge of winning college basketball’s toughest conference
Read full article: Houston Cougars on verge of winning college basketball’s toughest conferenceThe Cougars, winners of seven straight, will obviously remain No. 1 in all three major rankings heading into what could be a championship week.
Here is biggest reason why the Houston Rockets are on verge of falling out of playoff race
Read full article: Here is biggest reason why the Houston Rockets are on verge of falling out of playoff raceThere have been several factors why the Rockets would be missing out on the postseason for a fourth straight year if the season ended today, but one statistic in particular seems glaring.
Can Houston Cougars get No. 1 overall seed in NCAA tournament? It will be tough with remaining schedule
Read full article: Can Houston Cougars get No. 1 overall seed in NCAA tournament? It will be tough with remaining scheduleHere’s a breakdown of Houston's chances and why the No. 1 overall seed can be beneficial.
5 questions for Houston Rockets heading into All-Star break
Read full article: 5 questions for Houston Rockets heading into All-Star breakHere are five questions on the Rockets going into the last two months of the regular season as Houston attempts to make the playoffs for the first time since the 2019-2020 season.
Rockets trade for center Steven Adams, NBA source confirms
Read full article: Rockets trade for center Steven Adams, NBA source confirmsThe Houston Rockets traded for center Steven Adams, sending guard Victor Oladipo and three second-round picks to the Memphis Grizzlies, an NBA source confirmed to KPRC 2.
Houston’s College of Biblical Studies women’s basketball team suffered hundred-point loss; Social media is in a FRENZY
Read full article: Houston’s College of Biblical Studies women’s basketball team suffered hundred-point loss; Social media is in a FRENZYWait, what was the score!? Yeaaaah, so Houston's College of Biblical Studies loss to Grambling by a 141-point margin on Tuesday and social media can NOT stop talking about it.
Former UH basketball player Reggie Chaney reportedly died from fentanyl overdose; 23-year-old’s death ruled accidental
Read full article: Former UH basketball player Reggie Chaney reportedly died from fentanyl overdose; 23-year-old’s death ruled accidentalOfficials have released new information about the death of a former University of Houston men’s basketball player Reggie Chaney.
Lakers forward Jarred Vanderbilt talks giving back to Houston, fashion in the NBA and what he’s learned from LeBron
Read full article: Lakers forward Jarred Vanderbilt talks giving back to Houston, fashion in the NBA and what he’s learned from LeBronWhen it comes to giving back to the hometown he loves, being one of the best power forwards in the NBA, and unique style, Los Angeles Lakers’ Jarred Vanderbilt is no stranger.
WATCH LIVE: All eyes on the Rockets at the start of NBA free agency
Read full article: WATCH LIVE: All eyes on the Rockets at the start of NBA free agencyIn one of the biggest off seasons in recent franchise history, the Houston Rockets will continue to build out their roster through NBA free agency.
‘It feels like it’s a blessing’: Former Houston Cougar Marcus Sasser excited as NBA draft nears
Read full article: ‘It feels like it’s a blessing’: Former Houston Cougar Marcus Sasser excited as NBA draft nearsThis Thursday, All-American and former Houston Cougar standout Marcus Sasser said he expects to hear his name called at the NBA draft, completing a lifelong dream.
Big 12 goes international: UH Basketball to play Kansas in Mexico City in 2024
Read full article: Big 12 goes international: UH Basketball to play Kansas in Mexico City in 2024The Big 12 Conference announced Thursday that it will launch a Big 12 Mexico, which will be the conference’s first international extension of men’s and women’s basketball, women’s soccer and baseball games.
Former Rockets G-League coach, C.E. King grad Joseph Blair gets interview with Bucks
Read full article: Former Rockets G-League coach, C.E. King grad Joseph Blair gets interview with BucksC.E. King High School grad and NBA assistant coach Joseph Blair interviewed for the vacant head coaching opening with the Milwaukee Bucks, an NBA source told KPRC 2.