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Rockets
  • Shaedon Sharpe of the Kentucky Wildcats warms up prior to the game against the Auburn Tigers at Auburn Arena on January 22, 2022 in Auburn, Alabama.
    How Shaedon Sharpe's draft entry could affect Rockets' plans
    The intriguing prospect never played a game for Kentucky, but he's looking like a Top 5 pick.
    By Rahat Huq
  • Bill Simmons (left) recently said, "F--- Jalen Green," about the Rockets rookie, and the Golden State Warriors' Draymond Green (right) has taken exception to that.
    Warriors star sounds off on Bill Simmons for Jalen Green comment
    By Matt Young
    Houston Rockets', from left, Clyde Drexler, Charles Barkley and Hakeem Olajuwon wait for the ball to be inbounded after a timeout during the first half against the Detroit Pistons Thursday, Dec. 12, 1996, in Houston. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) HOUCHRON CAPTION (06/30/1999): Hakeem Olajuwon
    Kevin Durant trolls Charles Barkley for his Rockets years
    By Matt Young
    Jalen Green #0 of the Houston Rockets high fives fans following a game against the Atlanta Hawks at Toyota Center on April 10, 2022 in Houston.
    Gilbert Arenas, Ryan Hollins defend Jalen Green from Bill Simmons
    By Matt Young
    Brooklyn Nets forward Kevin Durant, left, Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun, center, and Nets forward Nic Claxton position for a rebound during an NBA basketball game, Tuesday April 5, 2022, in New York. (AP Photo/Bebeto Matthews)
    What Rockets can learn about team-building from these playoffs
    By Rahat Huq

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NEW ORLEANS, LA - JANUARY 13: Cornerback Derek Stingley, Jr. #24 of the LSU Tigers during the College Football Playoff National Championship game against the Clemson Tigers at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome on January 13, 2020 in New Orleans, Louisiana. LSU defeated Clemson 42 to 25. (Photo by Don Juan Moore/Getty Images)
Texans
Texans
ESPN analyst says Derek Stingley should have been No.1 pick

On 'The Right Time with Bomani Jones' podcast, the former NFL cornerback says the LSU star has 'Hall of Fame ability.'

By Matt Young

Houston Sports Nostalgia
  • Warren Moon and the Oilers were left wondering how they blew a 35-3 lead against Buffalo in 1993.
    All the times Houston sports teams needed to 'STOP THE COUNT!'
    When Donald Trump tweeted "STOP THE COUNT!", every Houston sports fan felt that.
    By Matt Young
  • Daryl Strawberry, left, and Glenn Davis at the 1986 All-Star Game practice in the Astrodome.
    The day Darryl Strawberry hit absurd blasts in Astrodome HR Derby
    By Matt Young
    This stool was used as The Athlete's Foot in-store promotion for Etonic's Akeem the Dream sneakers in 1984.
    How you can own this bizaare Hakeem Olajuwon collector's item
    By Matt Young
    Fans rush the Astrodome beer vendors during a 1974 "Foamer Night," in which fans are treated to free beer if an Astros player bashes a home run when the foamer light is illuminated.
    The legend of the Astros' free beer 'Foamer Nights'
    By Matt Young
    The Houston Astros' Bob Watson had a memorable line in the 1977 movie "Bad News Bears in Breaking Training."
    What Bob Watson remembered about his role in 'Bad News Bears'
    By Matt Young
Sports
  • Sports Houston has the most players in the NFL. Here they all are
    JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA - SEPTEMBER 13: K'Lavon Chaisson #45 of the Jacksonville Jaguars lines up during the game against the Indianapolis Colts at TIAA Bank Field on September 13, 2020 in Jacksonville, Florida.
  • Astros Astros hit three homers, beat Blue Jays for fourth...
    Houston Astros' Jeremy Pena (3) watches his home run against the Toronto Blue Jays during the sixth inning of a baseball game Friday, April 29, 2022, in Toronto. (Christopher Katsarov/The Canadian Press via AP)
  • Texans Memes mock another Texans' rout, shocking Cowboys' win
    Photo: Getty Images/Meme: Matt Young
  • Texans Texans draft Baylor's Jalen Pitre, trade up to get...
    Baylor Bears safety Jalen Pitre during a Big 12 football game between the Baylor Bears and Kansas State Wildcats on Nov 20, 2021 at Bill Snyder Family Stadium in Manhattan, KS.
  • Astros How drafting Mark Appel won the Astros a World Series
    Astros first round draft choice Mark Appel waves to the crowd as he is introduced during the fifth inning in the game against the Brewers on June 19.
Sports Hot Takes
  • Houston Texans head coach Bill O'Brien, center kneels with his players during the national anthem before an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens at NRG Stadium on Sunday, Sept. 20, 2020, in Houston.
    Opinion: Sports have always been political. Get over it.
    If you find yourself longing for some mythical time where sportsmen frolicked unshackled by the weight of protests and policies, I regret to inform you that you’ve had your head in the sand.
    By Tyler Stafford
  • Astros first round draft choice Mark Appel waves to the crowd as he is introduced during the fifth inning in the game against the Brewers on June 19.
    How drafting Mark Appel won the Astros a World Series
    By James Yasko
    Houston Texans defensive end J.J. Watt (99) walks back to the locker room after the Texans beat the Jacksonville Jaguars 13-12 after an NFL game at NRG Stadium, Sunday, Sept. 15, 2019, in Houston.
    Take a deep breath. It’s time for the Texans to trade J.J. Watt
    By Matt Young
    George Springer, left, and Carlos Correa are two parts of a remarkable nucleus that has the Astros aiming for more than just their 2017 championship.
    How the Astros can keep both George Springer, Carlos Correa
    By James Yasko
    The Tampa Bay Rays practice at Globe Life Field with the roof open as the team prepares for the baseball World Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers, in Arlington, Texas, Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2020. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)
    The Texas Rangers have the saddest Twitter bio
    By Matt Young
Astros
  • Astros Astros hit three homers, beat Blue Jays for fourth...
    Houston Astros' Jeremy Pena (3) watches his home run against the Toronto Blue Jays during the sixth inning of a baseball game Friday, April 29, 2022, in Toronto. (Christopher Katsarov/The Canadian Press via AP)
  • Astros Dodgers' Trevor Bauer suspended two seasons over alleged...
    FILE - Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Trevor Bauer delivers in the first inning of a baseball game against the Atlanta Braves, June 6, 2021, in Atlanta. Bauer sued the woman who accused him of sexual assault in federal court Monday, April 25, 2022, in a move that came less than three months after prosecutors decided not to file criminal charges against the athlete.
  • Astros Kyle Tucker's pinch-hit HR lifts Astros over Rangers again
    Houston Astros' Kyle Tucker (30) celebrates with Chas McCormick (20) after hitting a two-run home run in the eighth inning of a baseball game against the Texas Rangers, Thursday, April 28, 2022, in Arlington, Texas. Tucker was pinch-hitting in the plate appearance that scored Jeremy Pena.
  • Astros Kyle Tucker's bases-loaded double pushes Astros past Rangers
    Houston Astros' Kyle Tucker comes around on his swing in front of Texas Rangers' Jonah Heim, center, on a double in the fifth inning of a baseball game, Wednesday, April 27, 2022, in Arlington, Texas.
  • Astros Give Dallas Keuchel another award for dominating cheating...
    Dallas Keuchel of the Houston Astros celebrate with his teammates in the locker room after defeating the New York Yankees in the American League Wild Card Game at Yankee Stadium on October 6, 2015 in New York City. The Astros defeated the Yankees 3-0.
More Rockets News
  • Rockets
    Trades and opportunities to make the Rockets a winner
    As the final seconds tick away on their last game of the season, Houston Rockets guard Jalen Green (0) and Alperen Sengun, middle, hug on court as Atlanta Hawks forward Jalen Johnson (1) looks on at the end of an NBA basketball game Sunday, April 10, 2022, in Houston. (AP Photo/Michael Wyke) Since Rafael Stone took over as general manager, Houston has picked up assets that put the team in a good spot this summer. By Rahat Huq
  • Rockets
    Rockets Thoughts: Dumping John Wall's salary still a possibility
    Jalen Green (left), Dennis Schroder (center) and John Wall (right) of the Houston Rockets look on against the Miami Heatduring the first half at FTX Arena on March 7, 2022 in Miami, Florida. The Rockets won just 20 games, but their biggest disappointment might be Jae'Sean Tate's lack of improvement. By Rahat Huq
  • Rockets
    NBA, suddenly upset by curse words, fines Patrick Beverley $30K
    MINNEAPOLIS, MN - APRIL 12: Patrick Beverley #22 of the Minnesota Timberwolves celebrates with fans as time expires against the Los Angeles Clippers in the fourth quarter during a Play-In Tournament game at Target Center on April 12, 2022 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Timberwolves won 109-104 to advance to the NBA Playoffs. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Bill Simmons says, 'F--- Jalen Green,' and votes on NBA Awards, but players get hit in their bank account. By Matt Young
  • Rockets
    'F--k Jalen Green': NBA voter Bill Simmons blasts Rockets rookie
    The Ringer's Bill Simmons (left) had some profane thoughts on Rockets rookie Jalen Green (right) on his podcast, which was published Wednesday, April 13, 2022. Despite being the second-leading scorer among first-year players, the 20-year-old may get squeezed out for the All-Rookie Team by voters like Bill Simmons. By Matt Young
  • Rockets
    Patrick Beverley celebrates Wolves' big win like only he can
    MINNEAPOLIS, MN - APRIL 12: Patrick Beverley #22 of the Minnesota Timberwolves celebrates after a foul call against the Los Angeles Clippers in the fourth quarter during a Play-In Tournament game at Target Center on April 12, 2022 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Timberwolves won 109-104 to advance to the NBA Playoffs. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. The former Rockets spark plug treated Minnesota's play-in win like an NBA championship and folks on Twitter noticed. By Matt Young
Texans
  • Texans Texans draft Baylor's Jalen Pitre, trade up to get...
    Baylor Bears safety Jalen Pitre during a Big 12 football game between the Baylor Bears and Kansas State Wildcats on Nov 20, 2021 at Bill Snyder Family Stadium in Manhattan, KS.
  • Texans ESPN analyst says Derek Stingley should have been No.1 pick
    NEW ORLEANS, LA - JANUARY 13: Cornerback Derek Stingley, Jr. #24 of the LSU Tigers during the College Football Playoff National Championship game against the Clemson Tigers at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome on January 13, 2020 in New Orleans, Louisiana. LSU defeated Clemson 42 to 25. (Photo by Don Juan Moore/Getty Images)
  • Texans Best players available for Texans to draft early in...
    Western Michigan receiver Skyy Moore (left), Baylor safety Jalen Pitre (center) and Michigan edge rusher David Ojabo (right) would all be fits for the Texans with the 37th pick in the NFL Draft on Friday.
  • Texans The 66 NFL Draft first-round picks who grew up in Houston
    Northwestern tackle Rashawn Slater, right, holds a team jersey with NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell after the San Diego Chargers selected him with the 13th pick in the NFL football draft Thursday April 29, 2021, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Tony Dejak)
  • Texans Everything to know about Texans' first-round pick Kenyon...
    FILE - Texas A&M offensive lineman Kenyon Green (55) takes a moment before an NCAA college football game against Alabama, Oct. 9, 2021, in College Station, Texas. The Dallas Cowboys could be looking at their offensive line with their first pick in the NFL draft at No. 24. (AP Photo/Sam Craft, File)
More Rockets News
  • Rockets
    Jalen Green finished strong, now who's next for Rockets?
    Jalen Green of the Houston Rockets tosses balls to fans following a game against the Atlanta Hawks at Toyota Center on April 10, 2022 in Houston. With worst record secured, Houston now awaits draft lottery with hopes of being able to land a franchise player to partner with its young group. By Rahat Huq
  • Rockets
    More losses, more Jalen Green brilliance as season winds down
    Houston Rockets guard Jalen Green (0) dribbles during NBA game against Brooklyn Nets, Tuesday April 5, 2022, in New York. (AP Photo/Bebeto Matthews) The Rockets rookie has done something only Allen Iverson has accomplished in the past 40 years. By Rahat Huq
  • Rockets
    Is it time for Rockets to set a hierarchy for their young stars?
    Houston Rockets guards Kevin Porter Jr. (3) and Jalen Green (0) smile late in the second half of an NBA basketball game against the Washington Wizards, Monday, March 21, 2022, in Houston. (AP Photo/Eric Christian Smith) Jalen Green is looking like a future superstar, but guys like Christian Wood and Kevin Porter Jr., also are trying to get their shots. By Rahat Huq
  • Rockets
    Jake Paul 'knocks out' Clutch from his Rockets' courtside seat
    Jake Paul sits court-side as the Minnesota Timberwolves play the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center on April 03, 2022 in Houston. The social media sensation was at WrestleMania in Arlington, then in Houston over the weekend. By Matt Young
  • Rockets
    Streaker at the Rockets-Kings game has pulled this stunt before
    Houston Rockets team security subdue a spectator who ran onto the court after taking his clothes off during the second half at Toyota Center on April 1, 2022 in Houston. The fan who ran on the court in Houston is known as Seabass Perez. He's a professional bodyboarder, who recently did the same thing inside a Ross Dress For Less. By Matt Young
College Sports
  • College Texas pitcher who speared batter kicked off team, others...
    A pile of baseballs before batting practice.
  • College 'Shocked and disappointed': Coach reacts to Texas...
    A batting practice baseball rests in a catchers mitt during Chicago White Sox spring training workouts on February 19, 2014 at The Ballpark at Camelback Ranch in Glendale, Arizona.
  • College Why is Texas preseason Top 10 in this football computer...
    Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian calls a play from the sidelines during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Kansas State in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 26, 2021. (AP Photo/Chuck Burton)
  • College Saban: Current state of college football not 'sustainable'
    FILE - Alabama coach Nick Saban watches players warm up for the College Football Playoff championship NCAA football game against Georgia on Jan. 10, 2022, in Indianapolis. Saban is concerned about the current state of college football. He recently told The Associated Press "I don't think what we’re doing right now is a sustainable model.”
  • College Scottie Scheffler's win gives Longhorns most Masters...
    University of Texas' Ben Crenshaw (left), Jordan Spieth (middle) and Scottie Scheffler (right) have all won Masters titles.
More Rockets News
  • Rockets
    Rockets finally handing keys to young players to close out season
    Houston Rockets guard Jalen Green reacts after scoring on a dunk against the Sacramento Kings during the first half of an NBA basketball game Wednesday, March 30, 2022, in Houston. Houston has just five games left to both secure NBA lottery odds and make sure youth is served. By Rahat Huq
  • Rockets
    Rockets' late push jeopardizing valuable draft lottery odds
    Houston Rockets guard Kevin Porter Jr., center, drives to the basket on Portland Trail Blazers guard Keon Johnson, left, and guard CJ Elleby, right, during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Portland, Ore., Saturday, March 26, 2022.(AP Photo/Steve Dykes) Houston has won two in a row and has more winnable games coming up this week. By Rahat Huq
  • Rockets
    Rockets' Christian Wood put on show, Kevin Porter takes big shot
    Houston Rockets' Kevin Porter Jr. (3) goes up for a shot as Indiana Pacers' Justin Anderson (10) defends during the second half of an NBA basketball game Friday, March 18, 2022, in Houston. The Pacers won 121-118. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) The Rockets center had the best offensive game of his career in a win over the Wizards this week. By Rahat Huq
  • Rockets
    Projecting Rockets Jalen Green's future leads to promising comps
    Houston Rockets guard Jalen Green (0) dribbles as Memphis Grizzlies forward Kyle Anderson defends during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Sunday, March 20, 2022, in Houston. (AP Photo/Eric Christian Smith) If the Houston rookie ends up being like any of these other star shooting guards, the Rockets and Green will be happy. By Rahat Huq
  • Rockets
    Rockets' weak interior defense continues to get exposed
    Phoenix Suns' JaVale McGee, center, dunks the ball as Torrey Craig (0) collides with Houston Rockets' Alperen Sengun (28) during the second half of an NBA basketball game Wednesday, March 16, 2022, in Houston. The Suns won 129-112. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) With Christian Wood and Alperen Sengun on the floor, Houston needs more defensive help inside. By Rahat Huq
High School Sports
  • High School Texas high school athletes respond to racist video of...
    Vidor's Chris Dilly crosses into the end zone after eluding Lumberton's defense during Friday's match-up in Vidor. Photo made Friday, November 5, 2021 Kim Brent/The Enterprise
  • High School The 21 former Houston area high school stars in 2022 NFL...
    Texas A&M's Kenyon Green (left), Baylor's Jalen Pitre (middle) and Sam Houston State's Zyon McCollum (right) all grew up in the Houston area and could go in the first three rounds of the 2022 NFL Draft.
  • High School Former local high school teammates to square off in MLB game
    Texas Rangers' pitcher Glenn Otto (left) and Oakland Athletics' pitcher Adam Oller with Tomball Concordia Lutheran High School coach Royce Kennedy.
  • High School Texas high school player arrested after shooting at state...
    An empty Alamodome after the UIL boys basketball state tournament was suspended on Thursday, March 12, 2020 due to the spread of the coronavirus.
  • High School Ex Willowridge star going into National High School Hall...
    Before he was a college and NFL star, Thurman Thomas led Willowridge High School to the state championship in 1982.
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