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The Houston Rockets improved their early regular season record to 3-0 after a 121-114 victory over the Atlanta Hawks, so are they finally realizing their potential?
In their home opener, the Atlanta Hawks fall 121-114 to the Houston Rockets despite a strong fourth‑quarter push. Jalen Johnson leads with 26 points, nine rebounds and 16 assists, while Nickeil Alexander‑Walker adds 18 points and three early threes. Dyson Daniels contributes a late 3‑pointer and 18 points with eight boards. The Rockets, unbeaten at 2-0 and missing Fred VanVleet, maintain a double‑digit edge throughout, extending the lead to 20 points in the third before sealing the win. The Hawks return to face Houston again on Monday.
The Houston Rockets are flying high after their dramatic win over the San Antonio Spurs, which saw them improve to 2-0. They had sights set on win No. 3 Saturday against the Atlanta Hawks, and Alperen Sengun was more than doing his part. Early in the third quarter, the Turkish big man decided to take […] The post Rockets’ Alperen Sengun rattles the rim with insane slam dunk vs. Hawks appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Astros right‑hander Tatsuya Imai struggled in his MLB debut, posting a 4.93 ERA over 76 2/3 innings with a 15.1% walk rate—the highest among qualified pitchers. After 15 starts and a brief postseason roster spot, he slid into a limited bullpen role, posting a respectable 2.00 ERA in 18 relief innings but still issuing 11 walks. Imai can opt out of his three‑year, $54 million contract, though rejecting $18 million for 2027 seems unlikely. To stay in Houston’s rotation, he must add a third viable pitch and improve control, possibly leaning on sinkers like the Astros did with Hunter Brown. Otherwise, he may transition to a bullpen role amid a thin relief corps.
The Pelicans get good news as Yves Missi’s left‑knee injury turns out to be a bone bruise, not a severe tear, after being carried off following a collision with Zion Williamson. Missi, who posted 13 points, 14 rebounds and three blocks on opening night, remains a Defensive Player of the Year candidate, though his exact return timeline is unclear. Meanwhile, guard Walter Clayton signs a two‑way deal with the Mavericks, joining their rebuild, while the Rockets count on Fred VanVleet and Steven Adams to fuel a faster, more versatile lineup. The Spurs struggle with a 0‑2 start, their new three‑guard trio posting a minus‑11 rating and relying heavily on Victor Wembanyama’s sputtering shot.
The Vikings, Texans and Broncos should offer the Colts trades for Jonathan Taylor that Indianapolis cannot turn down.
Colts ESPN’s Adam Schefter doesn’t believe that former Colts and Broncos QB Peyton Manning would seriously consider the Colts’ general manager job. “I believe that that job is beneath Peyton Manning,” Schefter said, via Broncos Wire. “You think Tom Brady would come back as a GM, or you think he would come back as an […] The post AFC Notes: Tank Dell, Alontae Taylor, Colts, Texans, Titans appeared first on NFLTradeRumors.co .
The Atlanta Hawks open their home slate against the Houston Rockets on October 24, 2026, at State Farm Arena, kickoff 8:30 PM EDT. The Hawks’ starting five features CJ McCollum, Nickeil Alexander‑Walker, Dyson Daniels, Jalen Johnson and Onyeka Okongwu. Fans can tune in via Peachtree TV (WPCH) or Atlanta News First (WANF), listen on Sports Radio 92.9 the Game, or stream on Amazon Prime, NBA League Pass (out‑of‑market) and YouTube TV. A photo from the Oct 21 Magic‑Hawks game caps the preview.
The Houston Rockets head to State Farm Arena on Oct. 24 to battle the Atlanta Hawks at 7:30 PM CST. The matchup features Rockets stars Amen Thompson—who famously blocked Victor Wembanyama’s late second‑half dunk—alongside Kevin Durant, Jabari Smith Jr., and Alperen Şengün. Atlanta lines up CJ “Gollum” McCollum, Dyson “Sphere” Daniels and Jalen Jalenson, while Marcus Smart sits out and Reed Sheppard is confirmed to play. TV coverage airs on Space City Home Network, with radio on KBME 790 and KLTN 102.9 (español).
The Mavericks open the 2026‑27 season at home against a winless Spurs squad on Saturday, 7 p.m. CST at the American Airlines Center. Dallas (1‑1) rides a victory over Indiana but faces a crippling injury list: Cooper Flagg (AC‑joint sprain), Kyrie Irving (planned rest), Santi Aldama, Dereck Lively, Caleb Martin and Tarik Biberovic are all out, leaving Coach Dusty May with a thin bench. San Antonio (0‑2) also rests Tobias Harris but will rely on Victor Wembanyama to dominate. The matchup promises a test for Dallas’s young players like Marcus Sasser, Sergio De Larrea and Morez Johnson.
With Houston's safeties Reed Blankenship and Jalen Pitre sidelined for Sunday, the Giants should leverage Malik Nabers' versatility against the Texans' weakened secondary. Analyst suggests using motion, stacks and inside releases to force Houston into clear pre‑snap communication, giving rookie QB J.J. McCarthy insight into coverage adjustments. Nabers, who has 41 catches for 494 yards and 23 first downs in six games, can become a focal point without relying on forced throws. The piece advises scripting a few moving or stacked routes early, then adapting based on the Texans' actual response.
The Houston Rockets visit the Atlanta Hawks Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026, at 8 p.m. ET. The game airs on ANF, CBS, and Space City Home Network and streams free on Fubo. Coming off a 128‑110 win over Dallas, the Rockets lean on Kevin Durant and Alperen Şengün to keep their Western Conference momentum. Atlanta, fresh from a blowout 128‑81 victory over Charlotte and a 2‑0 start, hopes to extend its Eastern Conference surge. With both teams firing on all cylinders early in the 2026‑27 season, the inter‑conference clash promises high‑scoring action.
Taking the temperature of the most important QB dilemmas in the NFL: Bo Nix with the Denver Broncos, CJ Stroud with the Houston Texans and Bryce Young with the Carolina Panthers.
Andrew Thomas is cleared to practice but still carries a limited groin status as the Giants head into the Houston game. Rookie quarterback J.J. McCarthy will start, while left tackle Thomas returns to give the offense a viable passing plan, despite Jermaine Eluemunor and Marcus Mbow remaining questionable. Houston’s defense has allowed just 3.4 yards per rush, so New York can’t rely on a ground‑and‑poke approach. Coach must balance manageable throws with selective runs, using Thomas’s presence to bolster protection while still adjusting to the Texans’ front.
The Houston Rockets and Atlanta Hawks will each carry several injury designations into Saturday night’s matchup as both teams complete the second half of a back-to-back. Houston listed Reed Sheppard as questionable with a left knee contusion and bone bruise ahead of the 8:30 p.m. ET contest in Atlanta. Steven Adams and Fred VanVleet will […] The post Rockets-Hawks injury report features multiple questionable players appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The New York Giants will be without safety Jevon Holland and tight end Theo Johnson for their Week 7 road matchup against the Houston Texans. NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo reported Saturday on X, formerly known as Twitter, that the Giants downgraded both players to out for Sunday’s game. “The #Giants downgraded S Jevon Holland (concussion) […] The post 2 Giants players downgraded to out for Texans matchup appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Head coach John Harbaugh says Tyrone Tracy Jr. earns a bigger role in the Giants’ backfield after Najee Harris is released and Cam Skattebo is benched for ball security. Tracy’s breakout Week 6 performance against the Saints—two touchdowns on eight touches—proved his elite speed, physical running style and pass‑catching ability. With the Giants sitting 3‑2‑1, Harbaugh expects Tracy to complement rookie quarterback J.J. McCarthy as a dual‑threat option, joining a three‑man rotation with Skattebo and veteran Devin Singletary for the Week 7 showdown at Houston.
The New York Giants will be down 2 starters on Sunday against the Houston Texans.
Tremaine Edmunds and Greg Newsome II are out and Theo Johnson is doubtful for Sunday at Houston. Andrew Thomas is not listed, and the Texans ruled out David Montgomery.
Houston plays the Giants a week after London with no bye. Teams in that spot since 2013 are 12-8-1 and finished close to the point spread. Plus how to watch, the line, injuries and keys.
Indianapolis Colts head coach Shane Steichen should be feeling the pressure the more the Houston Texans win and his Colts lose.
The New York Giants are getting reinforcements in their secondary ahead of their Week 7 road matchup against the Houston Texans, with cornerback Paulson Adebo set to return from injured reserve. ESPN’s Jordan Raanan reported Saturday on X, formerly known as Twitter, that New York will activate Adebo later in the day. “Paulson Adebo will […] The post Giants activating Paulson Adebo from IR ahead of Week 7 vs. Texans appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Giants head coach John Harbaugh explains the Week 7 release of veteran RB Najee Harris, saying the move was about roster math and giving the remaining backs a clear runway rather than performance. After six weeks, the backfield shrinks from four to a three‑man rotation—Cam Skattebo, Tyrone Tracy Jr., and Devin Singletary—to support new starter J.J. McCarthy and simplify offensive schemes ahead of the Houston Texans game.
Victor Wembanyama says the unrest in France is on his mind but isn’t causing his early-season slump as the Spurs drop their second straight game, a 114-110 loss to the Houston Rockets on Oct. 23. After scoring just 12 points on 1‑of‑13 shooting in a 116-104 opening‑night loss to Oklahoma City, he bounced back with 25 points and 13 rebounds against Houston, though a last‑second block by Amen Thompson sealed the defeat. NBA star Kevin Durant weighed in, urging Wembanyama to focus on shooting efficiency and simplifying his offense. The Spurs sit 0‑2 as they seek consistency and better execution.
Victor Wembanyama leads a comeback as the San Antonio Spurs fall 114-110 to the Houston Rockets in a dramatic photo‑finish on Oct. 23 at Austin's Moody Center. After trailing by as many as 11 points, Wemby posts a 25‑point, 13‑rebound double‑double, while Fred VanVleet nails a buzzer‑beating three to cut the deficit before halftime. The Rockets dominate the fourth quarter with Alperen Sengun in the post, but a final layup by Wemby is blocked by Amen Thompson with five seconds left. Highlights include Wemby’s dunks, Stephon Castle’s 15‑point effort, De’Aaron Fox’s 19 points and nine assists, and Dylan Harper’s 20 points in his second start. The Spurs aim to rebound against the Dallas Mavericks on Saturday.