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VanVleet Returns, Scores 17 in Rockets’ Preseason Win
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Fred VanVleet returned from a season-long absence with a torn ACL, scoring 17 points and dishing seven assists as the Houston Rockets beat the Dallas Mavericks 135-117 in their preseason opener in Macao. His shooting and playmaking helped Houston’s offense flow more smoothly, offering an encouraging sign for his expected role as the team’s starting point guard.
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Rockets Set for Two China Preseason Games
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Houston’s outlook centers on integrating Kevin Durant with a healthier veteran group while its young core develops. Rockets analysis is mixed on Alperen Sengun’s fit and trajectory but bullish on Jabari Smith Jr.’s value, while a win-total preview sees the team’s depth and returning guards supporting a strong season.
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Thunderbirds prepare for Laval home opener
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The Springfield Thunderbirds bring a 2-0 start into Saturday’s home opener against the Laval Rocket, marking 100 years of professional hockey in the city. Pregame festivities include a downtown block party and player red-carpet arrival, while the team also highlights arena concession upgrades.
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Rockets Hire Chip Engelland To Boost Shooting
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— Jul 23, 2026
The Houston Rockets hired Chip Engelland, a renowned shooting coach known as “The Shot Doctor,” to join coach Ime Udoka’s staff to boost the team’s perimeter shooting, particularly for Amen Thompson and Alperen Şengün, after a season with weak 3-point shooting. Engelland’s track record with San Antonio and Oklahoma City helped teams improve their shooting and win championships, making this a strategic move as Houston pursues a title.
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Tate Re-signs with Rockets for Seventh Season
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— Jul 23, 2026
The Houston Rockets re-signed veteran forward Jae’Sean Tate to a one-year, partially guaranteed deal at the veteran minimum (about $3.07 million), returning him for a seventh season as the franchise’s longest-tenured player. The move, along with Isaiah Crawford’s four-year contract, adds depth while the team weighs luxury-tax implications as it completes its roster.
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Best Colleges Preparing Students for the AI Era
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AI is reshaping every industry, so students and parents compare universities on dedicated programs, research scale, and real-world tech pipelines.
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