Houston Rockets

HOUSTON, TX - FEBRUARY 25: James Harden #13 of the Houston Rockets waits on the court in front of Chris Paul #3 of the Los Angeles Clippers during their game at the Toyota Center on February 25, 2015 in Houston, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Scott Halleran/Getty Images)

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May 5, 2017; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets guard James Harden (13) looks at the clock before playing against the San Antonio Spurs in game three of the second round of the 2017 NBA Playoffs at Toyota Center. San Antonio won 103-92. Mandatory Credit: Thomas B. Shea-USA TODAY Sports

A post-mortem of James Harden and the Houston Rockets

May 9, 2017; San Antonio, TX, USA; Houston Rockets shooting guard James Harden (13) dribbles the ball as San Antonio Spurs shooting guard Danny Green (14) defends during the second half in game five of the second round of the 2017 NBA Playoffs at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Houston Rockets run out of gas at a vital time in Game 5 vs Spurs

May 7, 2017; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets guard James Harden (13) celebrates after making a three point basket during the third quarter against the San Antonio Spurs in game four of the second round of the 2017 NBA Playoffs at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports

The Houston Rockets are a real life sports movie underdog

May 5, 2017; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets head coach Mike D'Antoni argues a call against the San Antonio Spurs during the second half in game three of the second round of the 2017 NBA Playoffs at Toyota Center. San Antonio won 103-92. Mandatory Credit: Thomas B. Shea-USA TODAY Sports

The Houston Rockets fail to handle the moment in game 3

May 3, 2017; San Antonio, TX, USA; Houston Rockets shooting guard James Harden (13) dribbles the ball as San Antonio Spurs small forward Kawhi Leonard (2) defends during the second half in game two of the second round of the 2017 NBA Playoffs at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

After huge opening series victory, Rockets grounded in Game 2 vs Spurs

May 1, 2017; San Antonio, TX, USA; Houston Rockets shooting guard James Harden (13) shoots the ball over San Antonio Spurs center Pau Gasol (16) during the second half in game one of the second round of the 2017 NBA Playoffs at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Houston Rockets Shock The World, Trounce Spurs In Game 1

Apr 4, 2017; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Spurs small forward Kawhi Leonard (2) and Memphis Grizzlies point guard Mike Conley (front) lay on the floor after colliding during the second half at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

The Rockets Will Surprise The NBA World

Mar 6, 2017; San Antonio, TX, USA; Houston Rockets shooting guard James Harden (13) is fouled while shooting by San Antonio Spurs small forward Kawhi Leonard (2) during the second half at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Last Time They Met In The Playoffs: Spurs vs Rockets

Apr 25, 2017; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets head coach Mike D'Antoni reacts while the Rockets play against the Oklahoma City Thunder in the second half in game five of the first round of the 2017 NBA Playoffs at Toyota Center. Houston Rockets won 105 to 99 .Mandatory Credit: Thomas B. Shea-USA TODAY Sports

The Rockets’ Slow Take Off Is A Problem

Apr 23, 2017; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Houston Rockets center Nene Hilario (42) reacts to a play against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the fourth quarter in game four of the first round of the 2017 NBA Playoffs at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Rockets Take 3-1 Lead Over OKC

Apr 16, 2017; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets guard James Harden (13) dribbles the ball against the Oklahoma City Thunder in game one of the first round of the 2017 NBA Playoffs at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports

Rockets-Thunder Game 2: One for the Misses

Jan 15, 2015; Houston, TX, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Russell Westbrook (0) passes the ball around Houston Rockets guard James Harden (13) in the second quarter at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Thomas B. Shea-USA TODAY Sports

Houston Rockets vs Oklahoma City Thunder Primer: Harden vs Westbrook

Mar 26, 2017; Houston, TX, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Russell Westbrook (0) dribbles the ball during the third quarter against the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports

Last Time They Met In The Playoffs: Houston Rockets vs Oklahoma City Thunder

Mar 31, 2017; Oakland, CA, USA; Houston Rockets guard James Harden (13) during the first quarter against the Golden State Warriors at Oracle Arena. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-USA TODAY Sports

Houston Rockets Playoff Primer: How Far Can James Harden Take Them?

April 10, 2017; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Houston Rockets guard James Harden (13) reacts after being charged with a foul against the Los Angeles Clippers during the second half at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports

In The Playoffs, James Harden Can Prove He’s A True Superstar

Mar 26, 2017; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets guard James Harden (13) warms up before a game against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports

James Harden Is The Perfect Villain

Mar 1, 2017; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Houston Rockets guard James Harden (13) celebrates after a 3-point basket against the Los Angeles Clippers during a NBA basketball game at Staples Center. The Rockets defeated the Clippers 122-103. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

NBA MVP Watch: A Breakdown Of James Harden’s Historic Season

Dec 21, 2016; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Houston Rockets guard Eric Gordon (10) against the Phoenix Suns at Talking Stick Resort Arena. The Rockets defeated the Suns 125-111. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

Houston Rockets: A Role Change Has Allowed Eric Gordon To Thrive

Feb 14, 2017; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Lou Williams (23) moves to the basket against Sacramento Kings forward Anthony Tolliver (43) during the first half at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

NBA Trade Rumors: Houston Rockets Acquire Lou Williams

Feb 3, 2017; Denver, CO, USA; Denver Nuggets forward Wilson Chandler (21) shoots the ball during the second half against the Milwaukee Bucks at Pepsi Center. The Nuggets won 121-117. Mandatory Credit: Chris Humphreys-USA TODAY Sports

NBA Trade Rumors: Houston Rockets Interested In Wilson Chandler

Feb 3, 2017; Houston, TX, USA; The jersey number of former Houston Rockets player Yao Ming (11) hangs in the rafters after being retired during the game against the Chicago Bulls at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports

Yao Ming Finally Gets His Jersey Retired In Houston

Dec 16, 2016; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets center Clint Capela (15) warms up before a game against the New Orleans Pelicans at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports

Houston Rockets: Options For Replacing Clint Capela

Dec 14, 2016; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets guard James Harden (13) celebrates after making a three point basket during the third quarter against the Sacramento Kings at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports

Rockets In Flight: How High Can Houston Go?

Oct 4, 2016; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets guard James Harden (13) reacts after a play during the second quarter against the New York Knicks at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports

The Harden Ceiling: What is the Houston Rockets’ Future?