Kurt Olson - HoustonNewMedia.org https://houstonnewmedia.org/author/kurt-olson/ Building "Bridges" Across the Bayou City! Sun, 11 Jul 2021 18:00:03 +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 Kurt Olson - HoustonNewMedia.org https://houstonnewmedia.org/author/kurt-olson/ 32 32 103504436 Rockets: 2 reasons why Matt Bullard will excel in the front office role https://houstonnewmedia.org/rockets-2-reasons-why-matt-bullard-will-excel-in-the-front-office-role/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rockets-2-reasons-why-matt-bullard-will-excel-in-the-front-office-role Sun, 11 Jul 2021 18:00:03 +0000 https://spacecityscoop.com/?p=88390 When the news broke that Matt Bullard would not be calling Houston Rockets games anymore, it was like a follow-up to the gut-punch that was Bill Worrell’s retirement. But while Bull’s voice will not be heard on Houstonians’ television...

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]]> 140293 Trade rumors: Ranking the Rockets top-9 trade partners https://houstonnewmedia.org/trade-rumors-ranking-the-rockets-top-9-trade-partners/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=trade-rumors-ranking-the-rockets-top-9-trade-partners Fri, 12 Mar 2021 17:45:43 +0000 https://spacecityscoop.com/?p=87038 With the team effectively in a rebuilding stage, the Houston Rockets are going to be looking for major roster reconstruction in the coming years. Luckily for them, they have multiple players who are garnering interest from multiple teams. This being th...

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]]> 115309 Rockets waive Mason Jones, acquire Anthony Lamb https://houstonnewmedia.org/rockets-waive-mason-jones-acquire-anthony-lamb/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rockets-waive-mason-jones-acquire-anthony-lamb Tue, 09 Mar 2021 15:00:16 +0000 https://spacecityscoop.com/?p=86979 The Houston Rockets have decided to waive rookie Mason Jones for G-League forward Anthony Lamb. Despite some impressive showings at various moments this season, the Rockets have chosen to waive rookie guard Mason Jones and replace him with G-Leagu...

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]]> 114573 James Harden’s 15 greatest moments with the Houston Rockets https://houstonnewmedia.org/james-hardens-15-greatest-moments-with-the-houston-rockets/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=james-hardens-15-greatest-moments-with-the-houston-rockets Sat, 23 Jan 2021 15:00:14 +0000 https://spacecityscoop.com/?p=85753 James Harden’s departure from the Houston Rockets did not exactly occur in the most heart-warming of fashions. His unprofessionalism both on and off the court turned many fans away from seeing the end of his Houston tenure in a positive light. Th...

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]]> 104721 Why Mason Jones is in line to become the Rockets’ next star https://houstonnewmedia.org/why-mason-jones-is-in-line-to-become-the-rockets-next-star/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=why-mason-jones-is-in-line-to-become-the-rockets-next-star Mon, 18 Jan 2021 22:12:29 +0000 https://spacecityscoop.com/?p=85724 Rookie guard Mason Jones put on a show Saturday night, proving to Houston Rockets fans that he deserves more playing opportunities going forward. Mason Jones is one of the several rookies the Houston Rockets picked up in the offseason. His most recent ...

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]]> 103552 Why the Houston Rockets are still struggling with rebounding https://houstonnewmedia.org/why-the-houston-rockets-are-still-struggling-with-rebounding/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=why-the-houston-rockets-are-still-struggling-with-rebounding Wed, 13 Jan 2021 16:01:49 +0000 https://spacecityscoop.com/?p=85578 Despite the rebounding efforts of Christian Wood and DeMarcus Cousins, the Houston Rockets are still struggling on the boards, for several reasons. With the acquisition of Christian Wood and DeMarcus Cousins, both 6’10 centers, it was thought in ...

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]]> 102324 Rockets’ 2 biggest needs going into the regular season https://houstonnewmedia.org/rockets-2-biggest-needs-going-into-the-regular-season/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rockets-2-biggest-needs-going-into-the-regular-season Fri, 18 Dec 2020 19:02:30 +0000 https://spacecityscoop.com/?p=85183 The Houston Rockets had a strong preseason debut, but there are still two areas where they have clear room for improvement. There is a lot to be optimistic about going into the regular season if you are a fan of the Houston Rockets. They won three of t...

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]]> 97065 4 reasons why DeMarcus Cousins will thrive with the Rockets https://houstonnewmedia.org/4-reasons-why-demarcus-cousins-will-thrive-with-the-rockets/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=4-reasons-why-demarcus-cousins-will-thrive-with-the-rockets Sat, 12 Dec 2020 17:49:53 +0000 https://spacecityscoop.com/?p=85042 DeMarcus Cousins had an impressive outing in his first game with the Houston Rockets, making a strong case to be optimistic about him going forward. The Houston Rockets shined in their first game of the pre-season, with their recently acquired center D...

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]]> 95634 3 reasons why the Rockets lost the Russell Westbrook trade https://houstonnewmedia.org/3-reasons-why-the-rockets-lost-the-russell-westbrook-trade/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=3-reasons-why-the-rockets-lost-the-russell-westbrook-trade Fri, 13 Nov 2020 18:30:10 +0000 https://spacecityscoop.com/?p=84410 Russell Westbrook’s apparent request to be traded from the Houston Rockets is the final nail in the coffin on the winner of the trade involving him and Chris Paul. Several reports have come out recently that indicate Russell Westbrook is no longe...

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]]> 89430 2 reasons why the Rockets won’t pull off Jalen Rose’s trade idea https://houstonnewmedia.org/2-reasons-why-the-rockets-wont-pull-off-jalen-roses-trade-idea/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=2-reasons-why-the-rockets-wont-pull-off-jalen-roses-trade-idea Fri, 30 Oct 2020 17:30:30 +0000 https://spacecityscoop.com/?p=84201 ESPN’s Jalen Rose’s trade proposal of Joel Embiid for Russell Westbrook between the Philadelphia 76ers and Houston Rockets is one that we shouldn’t expect to happen, for several reasons. Former Houston Rockets general manager Daryl Mo...

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]]> 86147 Why the Rockets won’t be trading for Joel Embiid https://houstonnewmedia.org/why-the-rockets-wont-be-trading-for-joel-embiid/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=why-the-rockets-wont-be-trading-for-joel-embiid Fri, 16 Oct 2020 19:30:55 +0000 https://spacecityscoop.com/?p=83805 There is a rumor that the Houston Rockets are interested in the Philadelphia 76ers’ star big man Joel Embiid, but this acquisition is extremely unlikely. According to a Brandon “Scoop B” Robinson of Heavy.com, the Houston Rockets are ...

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]]> 82709 Rockets: 3 trades that would send Russell Westbrook to the Knicks https://houstonnewmedia.org/rockets-3-trades-that-would-send-russell-westbrook-to-the-knicks/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rockets-3-trades-that-would-send-russell-westbrook-to-the-knicks Fri, 16 Oct 2020 17:30:10 +0000 https://spacecityscoop.com/?p=83794 With rumors swirling regarding the New York Knicks’ interest in a potential trade involving Houston Rockets star Russell Westbrook, here are three potential trades that could get the deal done. It is believed that the New York Knicks are potentia...

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]]> 82711 How Calvin Murphy still stands out among Houston Rockets all-time greats https://houstonnewmedia.org/how-calvin-murphy-still-stands-out-among-houston-rockets-all-time-greats/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=how-calvin-murphy-still-stands-out-among-houston-rockets-all-time-greats Fri, 09 Oct 2020 16:30:30 +0000 https://spacecityscoop.com/?p=83564 While the younger crowd knows Calvin Murphy as the Houston Rockets analyst with wacky suits and a bright personality, he was a special player in his era. Houston Rockets fans that watch the team regularly have no doubt seen Calvin Murphy during halftim...

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]]> 80736 Overlooked Houston Rockets Greats: “The Big E”, Elvin Hayes https://houstonnewmedia.org/overlooked-houston-rockets-greats-the-big-e-elvin-hayes/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=overlooked-houston-rockets-greats-the-big-e-elvin-hayes Tue, 06 Oct 2020 20:00:27 +0000 https://spacecityscoop.com/?p=83555 Fans of the Houston Rockets know names like Hakeem Olajuwon and James Harden, but they had Hall of Fame talent since the earliest days with Elvin Hayes. Elvin Hayes is the first player the Houston Rockets had that eventually made the Hall of Fame as a ...

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]]> 79731 Houston Rockets: Evaluating 5 theoretical trades for the 2021 season https://houstonnewmedia.org/houston-rockets-evaluating-5-theoretical-trades-for-the-2021-season/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=houston-rockets-evaluating-5-theoretical-trades-for-the-2021-season Sat, 19 Sep 2020 13:00:16 +0000 https://spacecityscoop.com/?p=83013 Following a disappointing second-round exit, the Houston Rockets may be looking to make some roster changes to go along with a change in coaching. The Houston Rockets are currently in a tricky situation as it pertains to the future of the team. Perhaps...

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]]> 75400 Would the Rockets have fared better in the playoffs with Clint Capela? https://houstonnewmedia.org/would-the-rockets-have-fared-better-in-the-playoffs-with-clint-capela/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=would-the-rockets-have-fared-better-in-the-playoffs-with-clint-capela Mon, 14 Sep 2020 16:30:54 +0000 https://spacecityscoop.com/?p=82795 The Houston Rockets did not get the ending they were hoping for to the 2019-20 season, but would having Clint Capela in place of Robert Covington have produced better results? When the Houston Rockets made the decision back in February to effectively t...

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]]> 74132 Houston Rockets: 3 Ugly habits that returned for Russell Westbrook https://houstonnewmedia.org/houston-rockets-3-ugly-habits-that-returned-for-russell-westbrook/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=houston-rockets-3-ugly-habits-that-returned-for-russell-westbrook Mon, 07 Sep 2020 16:16:15 +0000 https://spacecityscoop.com/?p=82626 The Houston Rockets saw some of Russell Westbrook’s old habits rear their ugly heads on Sunday night in Game 2 against the Los Angeles Lakers. The second half of the 2019-20 season saw Russell Westbrook make some substantial and beneficial change...

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]]> 72270 Houston Rockets: Player grades from last-minute collapse against Thunder https://houstonnewmedia.org/houston-rockets-player-grades-from-last-minute-collapse-against-thunder/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=houston-rockets-player-grades-from-last-minute-collapse-against-thunder Sun, 23 Aug 2020 13:00:45 +0000 https://spacecityscoop.com/?p=82164 After having a commanding 3-0 lead in their grasp, the Houston Rockets suffered a tough overtime loss in Game 3 against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Despite forcing overtime in Game 3 of their series with the Oklahoma City Thunder, the Houston Rockets we...

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]]> 68919 Rockets: Would a first-round loss be excused if Westbrook is out? https://houstonnewmedia.org/rockets-would-a-first-round-loss-be-excused-if-westbrook-is-out/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rockets-would-a-first-round-loss-be-excused-if-westbrook-is-out Tue, 18 Aug 2020 17:30:40 +0000 https://spacecityscoop.com/?p=81878 Will the Houston Rockets get a pass if they lose in the first round of the playoffs without Russell Westbrook? The Houston Rockets have found themselves in a tricky situation going into the 2020 playoffs, as Russell Westbrook will miss a few games at b...

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]]> 67840 Can the Rockets defeat the Thunder without Russell Westbrook? https://houstonnewmedia.org/can-the-rockets-defeat-the-thunder-without-russell-westbrook/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=can-the-rockets-defeat-the-thunder-without-russell-westbrook Sun, 16 Aug 2020 15:30:16 +0000 https://spacecityscoop.com/?p=81831 The Houston Rockets have been matched up with the Oklahoma City Thunder for the first round of the playoffs, but do they stand a chance without Russell Westbrook? Perhaps we should have known that destiny would see the Houston Rockets facing off agains...

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