New Rockets forward Kevin Durant joined LeBron James and Steve Nash on Mind the Game and elaborated on Udoka's unique and unusual defensive strategy. "Ime Udoka does a good job of it.

The Houston Rockets defense was unlocked last year under head coach Ime Udoka, ranking fifth in defensive rating (110.3), 10th in steals per game (8.4) and four ...

Josh Okogie is the latest addition to a Houston Rockets offseason that’s already been defined by its focus on defence. Okogie ...

It feels like we have a lot in our toolbox now." The Rockets limited Curry to three points on 1-for-10 shooting two weeks ago, with defensive standout Amen Thompson spearheading the charge.

The result is a re-tooled team that still reflects Udoka's priorities of defense and depth, but with more experience. Last season, the Rockets had three players who were 30 or older.

The Rockets lost their high-stakes playoff game this week. Here's how. Alperen Sengun was great in Game 4. Draymond Green was greater in Game 4's final crucial play. Anadolu/Anadolu via Getty ...

In the fourth quarter, however, the Rockets’ defense sealed the door shut. Curry and Butler were held to 1-for-12 shooting in the final frame.

The Rockets were the 21st-ranked half-court offense in the NBA this season. If the game isn’t frantic and they’re forced to score against a set defense, they haven’t been all that efficient.

Houston Rockets at Golden State Warriors The Game 3 point total here is 204. Game 2, which featured 26 made 3-pointers, only got to 202. Easy offense is just going to be so hard to come by in this ...