Devin Brooks - HoustonNewMedia.org https://houstonnewmedia.org/author/devin-brooks/ Building "Bridges" Across the Bayou City! Thu, 03 Dec 2020 17:30:45 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9 https://i0.wp.com/houstonnewmedia.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/cropped-cropped-Houston.png?fit=32%2C32&ssl=1 Devin Brooks - HoustonNewMedia.org https://houstonnewmedia.org/author/devin-brooks/ 32 32 103504436 Why were the Rockets passed over for the NBA’s opening games? https://houstonnewmedia.org/why-were-the-rockets-passed-over-for-the-nbas-opening-games/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=why-were-the-rockets-passed-over-for-the-nbas-opening-games Thu, 03 Dec 2020 17:30:45 +0000 https://spacecityscoop.com/?p=84861 In an unsurprising twist, the NBA disrespected the high-rated Houston Rockets by leaving them off the primetime schedule for the beginning of the 2020-21 season. The James Harden and the Houston Rockets generated a multi-million dollar tidal wave worth...

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]]> 93695 Defensive breakdowns, Rajon Rondo doom Houston Rockets in Game 3 https://houstonnewmedia.org/defensive-breakdowns-rajon-rondo-doom-houston-rockets-in-game-3/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=defensive-breakdowns-rajon-rondo-doom-houston-rockets-in-game-3 Wed, 09 Sep 2020 15:15:47 +0000 https://spacecityscoop.com/?p=82682 The trio of Lebron James, Anthony Davis, and Rajon Rondo were too much for the Houston Rockets to overcome in a high-scoring Game 3 battle. After a promising first-half performance filled with offensive outbursts, the Houston Rockets went ice cold from...

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]]> 72830 3 Ways the Houston Rockets can re-gain control of the series https://houstonnewmedia.org/3-ways-the-houston-rockets-can-re-gain-control-of-the-series/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=3-ways-the-houston-rockets-can-re-gain-control-of-the-series Tue, 08 Sep 2020 14:30:51 +0000 https://spacecityscoop.com/?p=82643 After losing Game 2, the Houston Rockets look to re-group for Game 3 and secure a victory that could give them all the momentum going forward The Houston Rockets have suddenly found themselves tied 1-1 in the Western Conference Semifinals against ...

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]]> 72461 The 3 Main reasons the Rockets crashed and burned against OKC https://houstonnewmedia.org/the-3-main-reasons-the-rockets-crashed-and-burned-against-okc/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-3-main-reasons-the-rockets-crashed-and-burned-against-okc Tue, 25 Aug 2020 14:00:28 +0000 https://spacecityscoop.com/?p=82252 The Houston Rockets had another golden opportunity to take a big lead in the series against OKC, but three main things prevented them from doing so. The Houston Rockets had an excellent opportunity to push the Oklahoma City Thunder to the brink of elim...

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]]> 69294 Despite excellent Game 1, the Houston Rockets must make 3 adjustments https://houstonnewmedia.org/despite-excellent-game-1-the-houston-rockets-must-make-3-adjustments/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=despite-excellent-game-1-the-houston-rockets-must-make-3-adjustments Wed, 19 Aug 2020 23:08:50 +0000 https://spacecityscoop.com/?p=82023 James Harden and effective team defense paced the Houston Rockets to a Game 1 win, but they need to make minor tweaks to ensure a Game 2 win over OKC. A total team effort on both sides of the ball vaulted the Houston Rockets to a 123-108 Game 1 victory...

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]]> 68129 Rockets’ James Harden holds the key to reviving his playoff legacy https://houstonnewmedia.org/rockets-james-harden-holds-the-key-to-reviving-his-playoff-legacy/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rockets-james-harden-holds-the-key-to-reviving-his-playoff-legacy Sun, 16 Aug 2020 17:50:41 +0000 https://spacecityscoop.com/?p=81919 James Harden hopes to undo his playoff failures as the Houston Rockets prepare for their series against the OKC Thunder without star Russell Westbrook. James Harden is easily one of the most accomplished regular season players ever to grace the hardwoo...

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]]> 67362 Houston Rockets aim to continue winning ways against the Kings https://houstonnewmedia.org/houston-rockets-aim-to-continue-winning-ways-against-the-kings/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=houston-rockets-aim-to-continue-winning-ways-against-the-kings Sun, 09 Aug 2020 12:30:55 +0000 https://spacecityscoop.com/?p=81639 The Houston Rockets look to contain the Kings’ hot-shooting backcourt and shred their lowly defense in an old-fashioned trap game. Off the heels of their convincing 113-97 win over the Los Angeles Lakers Thursday night, the Houston Rockets are se...

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]]> 65656 Three takeaways from the Rockets’ convincing win over the Lakers https://houstonnewmedia.org/three-takeaways-from-the-rockets-convincing-win-over-the-lakers/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=three-takeaways-from-the-rockets-convincing-win-over-the-lakers Fri, 07 Aug 2020 21:05:16 +0000 https://spacecityscoop.com/?p=81597 The Houston Rockets used defense, 3-pointers, and James Harden to drown the top-seeded Lakers without the services of Russell Westbrook. James Harden‘s 39-point outburst, with a combination of effective team defense and shooting, aided the Housto...

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]]> 65435 Player grades from the Rockets’ stumble against the Portland Trail Blazers https://houstonnewmedia.org/player-grades-from-the-rockets-stumble-against-the-portland-trail-blazers/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=player-grades-from-the-rockets-stumble-against-the-portland-trail-blazers Wed, 05 Aug 2020 22:19:38 +0000 https://spacecityscoop.com/?p=81426 The Houston Rockets faltered in a late-game battle against the Portland Trail Blazers, but there were still some positives to take from the game. Carmelo Anthony’s top-of-the-key 3-pointer proved to be the dagger as the Houston Rockets fell to th...

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]]> 64888 Rockets: James Harden’s playing style is validated by an all-time great https://houstonnewmedia.org/rockets-james-hardens-playing-style-is-validated-by-an-all-time-great/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rockets-james-hardens-playing-style-is-validated-by-an-all-time-great Fri, 24 Jul 2020 14:35:13 +0000 https://spacecityscoop.com/?p=81028 James Harden’s playing style received the ultimate validation from a former NBA MVP who walked the same path during the prime of his NBA career James Harden has received immense criticism for his unique style of play and has even been blamed for ...

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]]> 61862 Is Westbrook’s low ranking an effect of Houston Rockets’ inconsistency? https://houstonnewmedia.org/is-westbrooks-low-ranking-an-effect-of-houston-rockets-inconsistency/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=is-westbrooks-low-ranking-an-effect-of-houston-rockets-inconsistency Sun, 12 Jul 2020 18:00:08 +0000 https://spacecityscoop.com/?p=80668 Russell Westbrook’s shockingly low player ranking stems from his inconsistent offensive efficiency that negatively affected the Houston Rockets as a team. Once again, a member of the Houston Rockets has found himself the target of some contr...

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]]> 58967 Why Russell Westbrook is the most important factor of a Rockets title run https://houstonnewmedia.org/why-russell-westbrook-is-the-most-important-factor-of-a-rockets-title-run/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=why-russell-westbrook-is-the-most-important-factor-of-a-rockets-title-run Wed, 01 Jul 2020 14:30:48 +0000 https://spacecityscoop.com/?p=80236 Russell Westbrook’s mentality and leadership will be the underlying factor that can help elevate James Harden and the Houston Rockets to an NBA title When it comes to today’s dynamic duos, the tandem of James Harden and Russell Westbrook si...

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]]> 56618 Rockets: Right now is the time for Harden and Westbrook to get it done https://houstonnewmedia.org/rockets-right-now-is-the-time-for-harden-and-westbrook-to-get-it-done/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rockets-right-now-is-the-time-for-harden-and-westbrook-to-get-it-done Thu, 25 Jun 2020 18:00:40 +0000 https://spacecityscoop.com/?p=80073 Numbers don’t win championships, and the window is closing for the Houston Rockets. Harden and Westbrook must deliver with their play instead of just stats. The 10-part documentary series The Last Dance gave the entire world an in-depth look at M...

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