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Haliburton Returns in Triple H-Inspired Jacket Original
The Pacers point guard returned from his Achilles injury wearing a jacket that honored the wrestler's famous 2002 comeback Oct 21, 2026; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Pelicans forward Trey Murphy III (25) and Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton (0) during the second half at Smoothie King Center.
Why Robert Horry Picks Rockets Over Lakers Original
An alumnus of both teams has his reasons why one will be above the other Feb 15, 2013; Houston, TX, USA; Shooting stars participant Robert Horry speaks to the media during the a press conference for the all star Saturday night participants at the Hilton Americas. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect Robert Horry knows a thing or two about winning.
How the Rockets Reacted to Kyrie Irving’s Return Original
Kevin Durant and Ime Udoka praise Kyrie Irving’s return from a torn ACL after the Rockets’ 128-110 win over the Mavericks Oct 16, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving (11) looks on during the game between the Mavericks and the Hawks at American Airlines Center.
How the Rockets Reacted to Kyrie Irving's Return
Kyrie Irving was back on an NBA floor on Wednesday night, and the Houston Rockets made sure to treat him like the threat he has always been. Irving made his first appearance since tearing his left ACL on March 3, 2025, an injury that kept him out for 19 months and cost him the entire 2025-26 season. Houston won 128-110, but afterward Kevin Durant and coach Ime Udoka spent plenty of time talking about the player on the other side. Durant knows Irving's game as well as anyone.
Udoka and KD React to Tari Eason Ejection vs. Mavericks Original
The young forward's flagrant foul didn't derail the Rockets in their opener Sep 22, 2026; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets forward Tari Eason (17) poses for a picture during media day at Hilton Americas hotel. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect The Houston Rockets opened their season with a convincing 128-110 win over the Dallas Mavericks on Wednesday night, but one of their most important reserves never made it out of the first quarter.
Durant, Udoka: Rockets’ Pace Creates Easy Buckets in Win vs. Mavs Original
The star and the coach explain how the Rockets’ faster pace and 29 fast-break points made life easier in the season opener Apr 7, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Houston Rockets head coach Ime Udoka with forward Kevin Durant (7) against the Phoenix Suns at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect The Houston Rockets opened their season with a 128-110 win over the Dallas Mavericks on Wednesday night, and the difference was easy to spot.
Udoka and KD React to Tari Eason Ejection vs. Mavericks
The Houston Rockets opened their season with a convincing 128-110 win over the Dallas Mavericks on Wednesday night, but one of their most important reserves never made it out of the first quarter. Forward Tari Eason was ejected after a shove on Dallas forward P.J. Washington was upgraded to a flagrant 2 foul following a replay review, according to ESPN. With 2:47 remaining in the opening quarter, Eason forcefully shoved Washington in the back, sending the Mavericks forward sprawling to the floor.
Durant, Udoka: Rockets' Pace Creates Easy Buckets in Win vs. Mavs
The Houston Rockets opened their season with a 128-110 win over the Dallas Mavericks on Wednesday night, and the difference was easy to spot. Houston defended, rebounded, and ran, turning stops into layups and dunks before Dallas could get set. Afterward, Kevin Durant and coach Ime Udoka both pointed to those easy baskets as a big part of what this team can be. Durant has spent nearly two decades as one of the most complete scorers the NBA has ever seen.
Jordan Poole’s Business Moves: Nike, Dockers & AI
Jordan Poole arrived in New Orleans in June 2025, traded from Washington along with Saddiq Bey and a second-round pick in a deal that sent CJ McCollum and Kelly Olynyk to the Wizards. On the court, the Pelicans guard is known for deep range and fearless shot creation. Off it, his public business record looks different from that of many athletes who promote holding companies and investment funds.
Jordan Poole’s 4 major business moves: Nike, Dockers, AI (and 1 from the closet) Original
Get Lindy's Sports in your Google feed Jordan Poole arrived in New Orleans in June 2025, traded from Washington along with Saddiq Bey and a second-round pick in a deal that sent CJ McCollum and Kelly Olynyk to the Wizards. On the court, the Pelicans guard is known for deep range and fearless shot creation. Off it, his public business record looks different from that of many athletes who promote holding companies and investment funds.
CJ McCollum speaks on Blazers Sale, Portland’s Future
Get Lindy's Sports in your Google feed In August 2025, it was announced that Carolina Hurricanes owner Tom Dundon had agreed to purchase the Portland Trail Blazers from Paul Allen’s estate for more than $4 billion, according to Shams Charania. Allen, a co-founder of Microsoft and of Vulcan Inc. (now Vale Group LLC), purchased the Blazers for $70 million in 1988.
CJ McCollum speaks on Blazers Sale, Portland’s Future
In August 2025, it was announced that Carolina Hurricanes owner Tom Dundon had agreed to purchase the Portland Trail Blazers from Paul Allen's estate for more than $4 billion, according to Shams Charania. Allen, a co-founder of Microsoft and of Vulcan Inc. (now Vale Group LLC), purchased the Blazers for $70 million in 1988. Before his death from non-Hodgkin lymphoma in 2018, Allen instructed his estate to sell the Blazers and the Seattle Seahawks, according to Business Insider.
Ralph Sampson Says Rockets Legend Hakeem Olajuwon Would Do This Today
In the mid-1980s, the Houston Rockets put two 7-footers on the floor at the same time and dared the league to figure them out. Ralph Sampson and Hakeem Olajuwon, the “Twin Towers,” were a matchup problem without a clear answer. Today’s NBA runs on spacing, switching, and three-point volume, a style that has pushed many traditional big men to the margins. So Brandon “Scoop B” Robinson asked the former Rockets center the obvious question: could that pairing still work?
Ralph Sampson Says Rockets Legend Hakeem Olajuwon Would Do This Today
The Twin Towers were ahead of their time when they played for Houston Apr 10, 2016; Houston, TX, USA; Former Houston Rockets center Hakeem Olajuwon talks with Los Angeles Lakers forward Kobe Bryant (24) after the game between the Rockets and the Lakers at the Toyota Center. Bryant plays in the last road game and second to last game of his NBA career.
Ralph Sampson Says Rockets Legend Hakeem Olajuwon Would Do This Today
In the mid-1980s, the Houston Rockets put two 7-footers on the floor at the same time and dared the league to figure them out. Ralph Sampson and Hakeem Olajuwon, the "Twin Towers," were a matchup problem without a clear answer. Today's NBA runs on spacing, switching, and three-point volume, a style that has pushed many traditional big men to the margins. So Brandon "Scoop B" Robinson asked the former Rockets center the obvious question: could that pairing still work?
Charlotte Flair Talks Mental Health Podcast, Picks NFL Stars for WWE
Future WWE Hall of Famer Charlotte Flair recently made an appearance on her former North Carolina State classmate Russell Wilson‘s CBS Show ‘Set, Hut!' that he hosts with Kyle Long. During their chat, Wilson asked the 14-time WWE Women's Champion to speak about her "Off the Pedestal" podcast that will make its debut in a couple of weeks. She will be focusing on the mental health space.
Charlotte Flair Talks Mental Health Podcast, Picks NFL Stars for WWE
Future WWE Hall of Famer Charlotte Flair recently made an appearance on her former North Carolina State classmate Russell Wilson‘s CBS Show ‘Set, Hut!' that he hosts with Kyle Long. During their chat, Wilson asked the 14-time WWE Women's Champion to speak about her "Off the Pedestal" podcast that will make its debut in a couple of weeks. She will be focusing on the mental health space.
Charlotte Flair Talks Mental Health Podcast, Picks NFL Stars for WWE
Future WWE Hall of Famer Charlotte Flair recently made an appearance on her former North Carolina State classmate Russell Wilson‘s CBS Show ‘Set, Hut!' that he hosts with Kyle Long. During their chat, Wilson asked the 14-time WWE Women's Champion to speak about her "Off the Pedestal" podcast that will make its debut in a couple of weeks. She will be focusing on the mental health space.
Charlotte Flair Talks Mental Health Podcast, Picks NFL Stars for WWE
Future WWE Hall of Famer Charlotte Flair recently made an appearance on her former North Carolina State classmate Russell Wilson‘s CBS Show ‘Set, Hut!' that he hosts with Kyle Long. During their chat, Wilson asked the 14-time WWE Women's Champion to speak about her "Off the Pedestal" podcast that will make its debut in a couple of weeks. She will be focusing on the mental health space.
Charlotte Flair Talks Mental Health Podcast, Picks NFL Stars for WWE
Future WWE Hall of Famer Charlotte Flair recently made an appearance on her former North Carolina State classmate Russell Wilson‘s CBS Show ‘Set, Hut!' that he hosts with Kyle Long. During their chat, Wilson asked the 14-time WWE Women's Champion to speak about her "Off the Pedestal" podcast that will make its debut in a couple of weeks. She will be focusing on the mental health space.
Charlotte Flair Talks Mental Health Podcast, Picks NFL Stars for WWE
Future WWE Hall of Famer Charlotte Flair recently made an appearance on her former North Carolina State classmate Russell Wilson's CBS Show 'Set, Hut!' that he hosts with Kyle Long. During their chat, Wilson asked the 14-time WWE Women's Champion to speak about her "Off the Pedestal" podcast that will make its debut in a couple of weeks. She will be focusing on the mental health space.
Charlotte Flair Talks Mental Health Podcast, Picks NFL Stars for WWE
Future WWE Hall of Famer Charlotte Flair recently made an appearance on her former North Carolina State classmate Russell Wilson‘s CBS Show ‘Set, Hut!' that he hosts with Kyle Long. During their chat, Wilson asked the 14-time WWE Women's Champion to speak about her "Off the Pedestal" podcast that will make its debut in a couple of weeks. She will be focusing on the mental health space.
Charlotte Flair Talks Mental Health Podcast, Picks NFL Stars for WWE
Future WWE Hall of Famer Charlotte Flair recently made an appearance on her former North Carolina State classmate Russell Wilson‘s CBS Show ‘Set, Hut!' that he hosts with Kyle Long. During their chat, Wilson asked the 14-time WWE Women's Champion to speak about her "Off the Pedestal" podcast that will make its debut in a couple of weeks. She will be focusing on the mental health space.
Charlotte Flair Talks Mental Health Podcast, Picks NFL Stars for WWE
Future WWE Hall of Famer Charlotte Flair recently made an appearance on her former North Carolina State classmate Russell Wilson‘s CBS Show ‘Set, Hut!' that he hosts with Kyle Long. During their chat, Wilson asked the 14-time WWE Women's Champion to speak about her "Off the Pedestal" podcast that will make its debut in a couple of weeks. She will be focusing on the mental health space.
Charlotte Flair Talks Mental Health Podcast, Picks NFL Stars for WWE
Future WWE Hall of Famer Charlotte Flair recently made an appearance on her former North Carolina State classmate Russell Wilson‘s CBS Show ‘Set, Hut!' that he hosts with Kyle Long. During their chat, Wilson asked the 14-time WWE Women's Champion to speak about her "Off the Pedestal" podcast that will make its debut in a couple of weeks. She will be focusing on the mental health space.
Charlotte Flair Talks Mental Health Podcast, Picks NFL Stars for WWE
Future WWE Hall of Famer Charlotte Flair recently made an appearance on her former North Carolina State classmate Russell Wilson‘s CBS Show ‘Set, Hut!' that he hosts with Kyle Long. During their chat, Wilson asked the 14-time WWE Women's Champion to speak about her "Off the Pedestal" podcast that will make its debut in a couple of weeks. She will be focusing on the mental health space.
Charlotte Flair Talks Mental Health Podcast, Picks NFL Stars for WWE
Future WWE Hall of Famer Charlotte Flair recently made an appearance on her former North Carolina State classmate Russell Wilson‘s CBS Show ‘Set, Hut!' that he hosts with Kyle Long. During their chat, Wilson asked the 14-time WWE Women's Champion to speak about her "Off the Pedestal" podcast that will make its debut in a couple of weeks. She will be focusing on the mental health space.
Charlotte Flair Talks Mental Health Podcast, Picks NFL Stars for WWE
Future WWE Hall of Famer Charlotte Flair recently made an appearance on her former North Carolina State classmate Russell Wilson‘s CBS Show ‘Set, Hut!' that he hosts with Kyle Long. During their chat, Wilson asked the 14-time WWE Women's Champion to speak about her "Off the Pedestal" podcast that will make its debut in a couple of weeks. She will be focusing on the mental health space.
Charlotte Flair Talks Mental Health Podcast, Picks NFL Stars for WWE
Future WWE Hall of Famer Charlotte Flair recently made an appearance on her former North Carolina State classmate Russell Wilson‘s CBS Show ‘Set, Hut!' that he hosts with Kyle Long. During their chat, Wilson asked the 14-time WWE Women's Champion to speak about her "Off the Pedestal" podcast that will make its debut in a couple of weeks. She will be focusing on the mental health space.
Charlotte Flair Talks Mental Health Podcast, Picks NFL Stars for WWE
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Charlotte Flair Talks Mental Health Podcast, Picks NFL Stars for WWE
Future WWE Hall of Famer Charlotte Flair recently made an appearance on her former North Carolina State classmate Russell Wilson‘s CBS Show ‘Set, Hut!' that he hosts with Kyle Long. During their chat, Wilson asked the 14-time WWE Women's Champion to speak about her "Off the Pedestal" podcast that will make its debut in a couple of weeks. She will be focusing on the mental health space.
Charlotte Flair Talks Mental Health Podcast, Picks NFL Stars for WWE
Future WWE Hall of Famer Charlotte Flair recently made an appearance on her former North Carolina State classmate Russell Wilson‘s CBS Show ‘Set, Hut!' that he hosts with Kyle Long. During their chat, Wilson asked the 14-time WWE Women's Champion to speak about her "Off the Pedestal" podcast that will make its debut in a couple of weeks. She will be focusing on the mental health space.
Charlotte Flair Talks Mental Health Podcast, Picks NFL Stars for WWE
Future WWE Hall of Famer Charlotte Flair recently made an appearance on her former North Carolina State classmate Russell Wilson‘s CBS Show ‘Set, Hut!' that he hosts with Kyle Long. During their chat, Wilson asked the 14-time WWE Women's Champion to speak about her "Off the Pedestal" podcast that will make its debut in a couple of weeks. She will be focusing on the mental health space.
Charlotte Flair Talks Mental Health Podcast, Picks NFL Stars for WWE
Future WWE Hall of Famer Charlotte Flair recently made an appearance on her former North Carolina State classmate Russell Wilson‘s CBS Show ‘Set, Hut!' that he hosts with Kyle Long. During their chat, Wilson asked the 14-time WWE Women's Champion to speak about her "Off the Pedestal" podcast that will make its debut in a couple of weeks. She will be focusing on the mental health space.
Charlotte Flair Talks Mental Health Podcast, Picks NFL Stars for WWE
Future WWE Hall of Famer Charlotte Flair recently made an appearance on her former North Carolina State classmate Russell Wilson‘s CBS Show ‘Set, Hut!' that he hosts with Kyle Long. During their chat, Wilson asked the 14-time WWE Women's Champion to speak about her "Off the Pedestal" podcast that will make its debut in a couple of weeks. She will be focusing on the mental health space.
Charlotte Flair Talks Mental Health Podcast, Picks NFL Stars for WWE
Future WWE Hall of Famer Charlotte Flair recently made an appearance on her former North Carolina State classmate Russell Wilson‘s CBS Show ‘Set, Hut!' that he hosts with Kyle Long. During their chat, Wilson asked the 14-time WWE Women's Champion to speak about her "Off the Pedestal" podcast that will make its debut in a couple of weeks. She will be focusing on the mental health space.
Charlotte Flair Talks Mental Health Podcast, Picks NFL Stars for WWE
Future WWE Hall of Famer Charlotte Flair recently made an appearance on her former North Carolina State classmate Russell Wilson‘s CBS Show ‘Set, Hut!' that he hosts with Kyle Long. During their chat, Wilson asked the 14-time WWE Women's Champion to speak about her "Off the Pedestal" podcast that will make its debut in a couple of weeks. She will be focusing on the mental health space.
Charlotte Flair Talks Mental Health Podcast, Picks NFL Stars for WWE
Future WWE Hall of Famer Charlotte Flair recently made an appearance on her former North Carolina State classmate Russell Wilson‘s CBS Show ‘Set, Hut!' that he hosts with Kyle Long. During their chat, Wilson asked the 14-time WWE Women's Champion to speak about her "Off the Pedestal" podcast that will make its debut in a couple of weeks. She will be focusing on the mental health space.
Charlotte Flair Talks Mental Health Podcast, Picks NFL Stars for WWE
WWE wrestler Charolette Flair looks on before the game between the Detroit Lions and Carolina Panthers. Future WWE Hall of Famer Charlotte Flair recently made an appearance on her former North Carolina State classmate Russell Wilson‘s CBS Show ‘Set, Hut!' that he hosts with Kyle Long. During their chat, Wilson asked the 14-time WWE Women's Champion to speak about her "Off the Pedestal" podcast that will make its debut in a couple of weeks. She will be focusing on the mental health space.
Charlotte Flair Talks Mental Health Podcast, Picks NFL Stars for WWE
Future WWE Hall of Famer Charlotte Flair recently made an appearance on her former North Carolina State classmate Russell Wilson‘s CBS Show ‘Set, Hut!' that he hosts with Kyle Long. During their chat, Wilson asked the 14-time WWE Women's Champion to speak about her "Off the Pedestal" podcast that will make its debut in a couple of weeks. She will be focusing on the mental health space.
Dorian Finney-Smith talks Hawks, flipping real estate
On July 6, 2026, 11-year veteran Dorian Finney-Smith was traded by the Houston Rockets along with three second-round draft picks (Memphis’ in 2027; Houston’s in 2028 and 2033) to the Charlotte Hornets in exchange for cash considerations (Salary flexibility and a $13 million trade exception), according to NBA.com.
Former Rocket Ralph Sampson’s Warning for Victor Wembanyama
Sampson is one of the few who knows what the Spurs center will face Mar 8, 2026; San Antonio, Texas, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Victor Wembanyama (1) dribbles against Houston Rockets forward Jabari Smith Jr. (10) in the second half at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Dunn-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect Every generation of basketball produces a player whose body and skill set don’t fit the job description of the day. In the 1980s, that player was Ralph Sampson.
Dorian Finney-Smith talks Hawks, flipping real estate
On July 6, 2026, 11-year veteran Dorian Finney-Smith was traded by the Houston Rockets along with three second-round draft picks (Memphis’ in 2027; Houston’s in 2028 and 2033) to the Charlotte Hornets in exchange for cash considerations (Salary flexibility and a $13 million trade exception), according to NBA.com.
Dorian Finney-Smith talks Hawks, flipping real estate
On July 6, 2026, 11-year veteran Dorian Finney-Smith was traded by the Houston Rockets along with three second-round draft picks (Memphis’ in 2027; Houston’s in 2028 and 2033) to the Charlotte Hornets in exchange for cash considerations (Salary flexibility and a $13 million trade exception), according to NBA.com.
Dorian Finney-Smith talks Hawks, flipping real estate
On July 6, 2026, 11-year veteran Dorian Finney-Smith was traded by the Houston Rockets along with three second-round draft picks (Memphis’ in 2027; Houston’s in 2028 and 2033) to the Charlotte Hornets in exchange for cash considerations (Salary flexibility and a $13 million trade exception), according to NBA.com.
Dorian Finney-Smith talks Hawks, flipping real estate
On July 6, 2026, 11-year veteran Dorian Finney-Smith was traded by the Houston Rockets along with three second-round draft picks (Memphis’ in 2027; Houston’s in 2028 and 2033) to the Charlotte Hornets in exchange for cash considerations (Salary flexibility and a $13 million trade exception), according to NBA.com.
Dorian Finney-Smith talks Hawks, flipping real estate
On July 6, 2026, 11-year veteran Dorian Finney-Smith was traded by the Houston Rockets along with three second-round draft picks (Memphis’ in 2027; Houston’s in 2028 and 2033) to the Charlotte Hornets in exchange for cash considerations (Salary flexibility and a $13 million trade exception), according to NBA.com.
Dorian Finney-Smith talks Hawks, flipping real estate
On July 6, 2026, 11-year veteran Dorian Finney-Smith was traded by the Houston Rockets along with three second-round draft picks (Memphis’ in 2027; Houston’s in 2028 and 2033) to the Charlotte Hornets in exchange for cash considerations (Salary flexibility and a $13 million trade exception), according to NBA.com.
Dorian Finney-Smith talks Hawks, flipping real estate
On July 6, 2026, 11-year veteran Dorian Finney-Smith was traded by the Houston Rockets along with three second-round draft picks (Memphis’ in 2027; Houston’s in 2028 and 2033) to the Charlotte Hornets in exchange for cash considerations (Salary flexibility and a $13 million trade exception), according to NBA.com.
Dorian Finney-Smith talks Hawks, flipping real estate
On July 6, 2026, 11-year veteran Dorian Finney-Smith was traded by the Houston Rockets along with three second-round draft picks (Memphis’ in 2027; Houston’s in 2028 and 2033) to the Charlotte Hornets in exchange for cash considerations (Salary flexibility and a $13 million trade exception), according to NBA.com.
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