Dive into the Houston Rockets’ jersey history—52 numbers, 7 retired, and one for an assistant coach. Today, spotlight Shane Battier, the 9th player to don 31, who played 5 seasons in Houston after a stint with Memphis, averaging nearly 9 points, 5 rebounds, and 2 assists per game. One number at a time, we’re building the legacy.

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For the Houston Rockets to make a playoff run with Kevin Durant, they need him healthy, playing 65+ games, and available for the postseason — not just as a scorer, but as the clutch closer. The team’s real shot at success hinges on Durant’s durability and the growth of younger players like Amen Thompson, Jabari Smith Jr., and Reed Sheppard, who must step up to share the offensive load. If Durant’s minutes are sacrificed for regular-season wins at the expense of his health or if the roster can’t support him, the Rockets’ ceiling remains dangerously low.

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Houston Rockets’ 2024-25 season kicks off with media day on Sept. 22 and training camp the next day, followed by a condensed preseason featuring two games in China against Dallas. The regular season begins Oct. 21 at home vs. Mavericks, then dives into the NBA Cup with a road opener Oct. 30 against Dallas, followed by key home matchups vs. Jazz, Nuggets, and Suns in November. The trade deadline looms Feb. 11, All-Star break Feb. 19-24, and fans should circle Nov. 25’s showdown vs. Phoenix — Jalen Green & Dillon Brooks’ first home game against their old team. Don’t miss the heated Spurs rivalry: four divisional clashes this year, including two in Houston in March. Plenty of hype-worthy dates ahead.

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