Cade Cunningham, Jalen Green and breakout candidates among NBArank 100-51
The league's next superstar could be lurking among Nos. 100-51 in our NBArank countdown.
2022 Schedule
@ Raptors
vs Heat
vs Wizards
Preseason
2022 Schedule
5th in Southwest
Exum Rockets his way to another NBA shot
Dante Exum has earned another NBA shot with Houston after the Australian guard played a key role in the Boomers' historic Olympic bronze medal.
MacMahon and Mares
Zach and ESPN's Tim MacMahon discuss John Wall trades, and expectations for the Jazz and Mavericks. Then Adam Mares of DNVR Sports hops on to discuss Aaron Gordon's extension and the upcoming Nuggets season.
NBA predictions: Why our West forecast has the Lakers and Clippers headed in opposite directions
Are the Lakers locks for the No. 1 seed? Are the Clippers headed for the play-in? Our NBA Summer Forecast continues with win-loss projections for every West team.
Sources: Rockets, Wall working to find trade
With the Rockets committed to Kevin Porter Jr. and Jalen Green as their starting backcourt, Houston is working with veteran John Wall to try and find a trade destination, sources told ESPN.
Perk: 76ers, Clippers and Pelicans should pursue John Wall (1:23)
The most likely NBA rookie superstars lurking outside the top 10
Which players are likely to make us ask why they weren't drafted higher? Mike Schmitz identifies five who have star potential.
NBA offseason grades: Marks for the Lakers' remodel and every West team's summer
In case you missed it, the Lakers made some moves. But are LeBron & Co. any closer to a title? Kevin Pelton grades L.A.'s batch of deals and the offseasons of all 15 West teams.
The Undefeated: How Adidas is finding its way with its 2021 draft class and its move to LA
'We will create culture together, and if you give me some time, I will pursue greatness like them'
NBA Power Rankings: Who are the league's best teams now?
Where do the Bucks, Nets, Lakers and every contender stand? We're taking stock of all 30 teams after the draft and free agency shook up the league's hierarchy.
Full NBA schedule drops for 2021-22 season
A trio of return games for All-Star point guards Russell Westbrook, Kyle Lowry and Kemba Walker highlighted the NBA's full schedule release Friday afternoon.
Jalen Green limps off court after injuring hamstring (0:26)
Rockets rookie Green exits with sore hamstring
Jalen Green will likely sit out the remainder of summer league due to a sore right hamstring, sources confirmed to ESPN.
The magical day Kobe Bryant became Lord of the Rings at Rucker Park
In 2002, Kobe Bryant's surprise arrival at Harlem's legendary court caused a stir. This is the oral history of what happened when the Lakers great put his streetball cred on the line.
Jalen Green gets early bragging rights over Cade Cunningham (1:04)
Jalen Green or Cade Cunningham? Stephen A. makes his pick (0:45)
No. 2 on top: Green's Rockets beat Cade, Pistons
Jalen Green got more offensive help from his teammates, and the No. 2 overall pick's Rockets beat No. 1 pick Cade Cunningham and the Pistons in a summer league showdown Tuesday night.
Cade Cunningham and Jalen Green have eventful first NBA matchup (0:54)
No. 1 vs. No. 2: Previewing the first matchup between Cade Cunningham and Jalen Green
Mike Schmitz breaks down the top two picks of the 2021 NBA draft ahead of their first summer league meeting Tuesday in Las Vegas.
On Jalen Green's big debut and the other rookies who shined on Day 1 in Vegas
Our NBA experts break down the first day of summer league action from the top rookies in Vegas.
Jalen Green laces sweet step-back 3 (0:15)
Jalen Green weaves between defenders for a bucket (0:19)
K-Mart Jr. comes up with big-time rejection (0:20)
Rockets agree to 4-year, $36M deal with Theis
The Rockets agreed to a four-year, $36 million with center Daniel Theis, his agents told ESPN.
NBA trade grades: Yes, the Thunder added more first-round picks to their treasure trove
Oklahoma City GM Sam Presti was at it again, swapping the No. 16 pick for two future first-rounders.
2020-21 Southwest Standings
| TEAM | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas | 42 | 30 | .583 | - | L1 |
| Memphis | 38 | 34 | .528 | 4 | L1 |
| San Antonio | 33 | 39 | .458 | 9 | L4 |
| New Orleans | 31 | 41 | .431 | 11 | L4 |
| Houston | 17 | 55 | .236 | 25 | L1 |
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Team Stats
Points Per Game108.824th
Rebounds Per Game42.627th
Assists Per Game23.624th
Points Allowed113.623rd
2021 Draft Picks
| RD(PK) | PLAYER | POS | SCHOOL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1(2) | Jalen Green | SG | |
| 1(23) | Usman Garuba | PF | |
| 1(24) | Josh Christopher | SG | Arizona State |
Team History
| YEAR | W | L | PCT |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-20 | 44 | 28 | .611 |
| 2018-19 | 53 | 29 | .646 |
| 2017-18 | 65 | 17 | .793 |