NBA on China-Rockets rift: Open flow of ideas key
The NBA weighed in Sunday night on the growing controversy surrounding a tweet by the Rockets' general manager in which he voiced support of pro-democracy protesters in Hong Kong.
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China suspends work with Rockets over GM tweet
China's official basketball association said it will suspend cooperation with the Houston Rockets following a tweet by the team's general manager in support of pro-democracy protesters in Hong Kong.
Fertitta on Morey tweet: Rockets are politics-free
Rockets owner Tilman Fertitta said he felt compelled to respond to Houston general manager Daryl Morey's tweet in support of the protesters in Hong Kong, stressing that the team does not take political positions.
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D'Antoni first to use new rule challenging refs
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Westbrook to sit out Rockets' preseason game
Russell Westbrook won't play in the Rockets' preseason opener and could miss more games, according to coach Mike D'Antoni.
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Russ calls Harden pairing 'scary' for rest of NBA
Mike D'Antoni said he expects Russell Westbrook to rest about 16 minutes per game and James Harden about 13 per game, so they might play together for only about a quarter and a half.
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Sources: Rockets, Sefolosha reach 1-year deal
Thabo Sefolosha, a 13-year veteran who has averaged 5.9 points and 3.8 rebounds during his career, has agreed to sign with the Rockets, where he'll rejoin former teammates James Harden and Russell Westbrook.
NJ to allow Fertitta's casino to accept NBA bets
New Jersey's governor signed a bill that will allow Rockets owner Tilman Fertitta's casino in Atlantic City to accept bets on most NBA games.
2019-20 Southwest Standings
| TEAM | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston | 2 | 0 | 1.000 | - | W2 |
| Memphis | 1 | 0 | 1.000 | 0.5 | W1 |
| New Orleans | 0 | 0 | .000 | 1 | - |
| Dallas | 0 | 0 | .000 | 1 | - |
| San Antonio | 0 | 1 | .000 | 1.5 | L1 |
Team Stats
Points Per Game113.911th
Rebounds Per Game42.128th
Assists Per Game21.228th
Points Allowed109.121st
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Injuries
2018 Draft Picks
| RD(PK) | PLAYER | POS | SCHOOL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2(16) | De'Anthony Melton | PG | USC |
Team History
| YEAR | W | L | PCT |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018-19 | 53 | 29 | .646 |
| 2017-18 | 65 | 17 | .793 |
| 2016-17 | 55 | 27 | .671 |
| 2015-16 | 41 | 41 | .500 |