While it was speculated that the Jalen Green and Houston Rockets split would result in a bit of turmoil between the two parties, Green seems to be in good spirits following his farewell letter to Houston in an article from The Players' Tribune.

Yang Hansen #16 of the Portland Trail Blazers is guarded by Tyler Burton #3 and Armando Bacot #00 of the Memphis Grizzlies in the first half of a 2025 NBA Summer League game at the Thomas & Mack Center on July 12, 2025 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images) Getty Images

One move stands out as the Rockets' perfect maneuver this offseason as they look to make the leap from good to great team.

The Houston Rockets have retooled their roster following last season's 2nd-seeded finish and first-round playoff exit, and their new depth chart screams championship contender.

The Houston Rockets had highs and lows at this year's NBA Summer League in Las Vegas. They would finish with a 1-4 record at the mini-camp, but more importantly for the team was the progress and growth that second-year guard Reed Sheppard showed ahead of his increased role for the Rockets' regular season squad.

I think we’ve got a great team, and I think we can do something special,” Dorian Finney-Smith says of his choice to join the Rockets in free agency.

Reed Sheppard is carving his path in Houston, blending Kentucky roots with a sharp playmaking style. His rise hints at a future star redefining the Rockets’ backcourt. Check all about him.

Houston's new superstar has yet to arrive in Houston as of late July, traveling around the world from Fanatics Fest in New York in June to the Wireless Festival in London in July, where he dapped up friend and rapper Drake. Durant was also photographed getting some summer exercise, working out in sandy hills California.

Josh Okogie is the latest addition to a Houston Rockets offseason that’s already been defined by its focus on defence. Okogie agreed to a one-year deal with the Rockets worth $3.1 million. Last season,