Danielle Lerner
@danielle-lerner.bsky.social
Houston Chronicle Rockets beat reporter. California transplant, but the cool kind.
danielle.lerner@houstonchronicle.com
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With Jalen Green’s hamstring injury to be re-evaluated in 4-6 weeks, Green will likely miss the Suns’ first two games against the Rockets – Nov. 24 in Phoenix and Dec. 5 at Toyota Center.
The two teams play again on Jan. 5 in Houston and April 7 in Phoenix.
The two teams play again on Jan. 5 in Houston and April 7 in Phoenix.
November 11, 2025 at 9:37 PM
With Jalen Green’s hamstring injury to be re-evaluated in 4-6 weeks, Green will likely miss the Suns’ first two games against the Rockets – Nov. 24 in Phoenix and Dec. 5 at Toyota Center.
The two teams play again on Jan. 5 in Houston and April 7 in Phoenix.
The two teams play again on Jan. 5 in Houston and April 7 in Phoenix.
NBA scheduling update: The Rockets’ road game at Cleveland next Wednesday (Nov. 19) will now be televised on ESPN.
November 11, 2025 at 8:19 PM
NBA scheduling update: The Rockets’ road game at Cleveland next Wednesday (Nov. 19) will now be televised on ESPN.
Amen Thompson today on Josh Okogie: “I didn’t know how much bounce he had. He’s been great for us, hitting those corner 3s, attacking. He never asks for the ball, he just knows his role & I feel like he’s been one of the best defenders in the league so far.” www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/rocke...
Josh Okogie emerges as key piece for Rockets after low-key arrival as free agent
Josh Okogie has exceeded preseason expectations and emerged as a vital early-season contributor for the Rockets.
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November 11, 2025 at 7:25 PM
Amen Thompson today on Josh Okogie: “I didn’t know how much bounce he had. He’s been great for us, hitting those corner 3s, attacking. He never asks for the ball, he just knows his role & I feel like he’s been one of the best defenders in the league so far.” www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/rocke...
The Rockets' matchup zone has been overall effective at limiting opponent points per possession, but can get ugly quick if Houston doesn't rotate. Asked Ime Udoka about it at practice today. His answer 👇
November 11, 2025 at 7:18 PM
The Rockets' matchup zone has been overall effective at limiting opponent points per possession, but can get ugly quick if Houston doesn't rotate. Asked Ime Udoka about it at practice today. His answer 👇
On today's @houstonchronicle.com sports front: How Rockets forward Tari Eason found himself after losing his father www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/rocke...
November 11, 2025 at 4:37 PM
On today's @houstonchronicle.com sports front: How Rockets forward Tari Eason found himself after losing his father www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/rocke...
This week is my last at the Houston Chronicle. After 4.5 years, I’m taking a new journalism opportunity (more on that later) that keeps me in Houston. My last Rockets game is Sunday.
I’ve covered NBA playoffs, Final Fours, World Series & the Olympics. But the people mean more than the events🧵
I’ve covered NBA playoffs, Final Fours, World Series & the Olympics. But the people mean more than the events🧵
November 10, 2025 at 5:18 PM
This week is my last at the Houston Chronicle. After 4.5 years, I’m taking a new journalism opportunity (more on that later) that keeps me in Houston. My last Rockets game is Sunday.
I’ve covered NBA playoffs, Final Fours, World Series & the Olympics. But the people mean more than the events🧵
I’ve covered NBA playoffs, Final Fours, World Series & the Olympics. But the people mean more than the events🧵
Josh Okogie didn’t think he’d be starting for the Rockets. Neither did Ime Udoka.
An under-the-radar addition, Okogie emerges as an essential contributor for Houston:
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An under-the-radar addition, Okogie emerges as an essential contributor for Houston:
www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/rocke...
Josh Okogie emerges as key piece for Rockets after low-key arrival as free agent
Josh Okogie has exceeded preseason expectations and emerged as a vital early-season contributor for the Rockets.
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November 10, 2025 at 4:04 PM
Josh Okogie didn’t think he’d be starting for the Rockets. Neither did Ime Udoka.
An under-the-radar addition, Okogie emerges as an essential contributor for Houston:
www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/rocke...
An under-the-radar addition, Okogie emerges as an essential contributor for Houston:
www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/rocke...
Kevin Durant posted this photo of Reed Sheppard on his Instagram story after Sheppard’s clutch defense and timely shot making helped the Rockets beat the Bucks
November 10, 2025 at 3:58 AM
Kevin Durant posted this photo of Reed Sheppard on his Instagram story after Sheppard’s clutch defense and timely shot making helped the Rockets beat the Bucks
Kevin Durant's offense and Reed Sheppard's defense powered the Rockets to a second-half comeback win against the Bucks, 122-115.
After giving up 25 points off turnovers through three quarters, the Rockets outscored the Bucks 12-5 off turnovers in the fourth. www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/rocke...
After giving up 25 points off turnovers through three quarters, the Rockets outscored the Bucks 12-5 off turnovers in the fourth. www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/rocke...
Kevin Durant, Rockets rally to beat Bucks on the road
After making eight turnovers in loss to San Antonio, Kevin Durant scored 31 to help team bounce back against Milwaukee.
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November 9, 2025 at 11:31 PM
Kevin Durant's offense and Reed Sheppard's defense powered the Rockets to a second-half comeback win against the Bucks, 122-115.
After giving up 25 points off turnovers through three quarters, the Rockets outscored the Bucks 12-5 off turnovers in the fourth. www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/rocke...
After giving up 25 points off turnovers through three quarters, the Rockets outscored the Bucks 12-5 off turnovers in the fourth. www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/rocke...
Reed Sheppard has tied a career high with four steals
November 9, 2025 at 10:36 PM
Reed Sheppard has tied a career high with four steals
END 3Q: Rockets 82, Bucks 85. Houston outscored Milwaukee 32-24 in the third quarter and is back in this after Kevin Durant scored 15 points in the quarter (5-of-8 FG, 4-of-6 FT).
November 9, 2025 at 10:24 PM
END 3Q: Rockets 82, Bucks 85. Houston outscored Milwaukee 32-24 in the third quarter and is back in this after Kevin Durant scored 15 points in the quarter (5-of-8 FG, 4-of-6 FT).
HALFTIME: Rockets 50, Bucks 61. Houston cut a 14-point deficit to four but turnovers allowed Milwaukee to expand lead.
The Rockets gave up 21 points off turnovers in the half and didn’t get a shot off on their last three possessions (TO, TO, jump ball + shot-clock violation).
The Rockets gave up 21 points off turnovers in the half and didn’t get a shot off on their last three possessions (TO, TO, jump ball + shot-clock violation).
November 9, 2025 at 9:38 PM
HALFTIME: Rockets 50, Bucks 61. Houston cut a 14-point deficit to four but turnovers allowed Milwaukee to expand lead.
The Rockets gave up 21 points off turnovers in the half and didn’t get a shot off on their last three possessions (TO, TO, jump ball + shot-clock violation).
The Rockets gave up 21 points off turnovers in the half and didn’t get a shot off on their last three possessions (TO, TO, jump ball + shot-clock violation).
Turnovers continue to be an issue for the Rockets. Zone defense, too.
November 9, 2025 at 9:22 PM
Turnovers continue to be an issue for the Rockets. Zone defense, too.
END 1Q: Rockets 28, Bucks 30. Houston dominated the glass (16-6 overall, 6-2 OREB) and the paint (18-10) but Milwaukee shot 5-of-8 from deep and scored six points off turnovers.
November 9, 2025 at 9:08 PM
END 1Q: Rockets 28, Bucks 30. Houston dominated the glass (16-6 overall, 6-2 OREB) and the paint (18-10) but Milwaukee shot 5-of-8 from deep and scored six points off turnovers.
Giannis upgraded from probable to available and will start. Bucks starters: AJ Green, Ryan Rollins, Gary Trent Jr., Giannis Antetokounmpo and Myles Turner.
Rockets starters: Amen Thompson, Josh Okogie, Kevin Durant, Jabari Smith Jr. and Alperen Şengün. www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/rocke...
Rockets starters: Amen Thompson, Josh Okogie, Kevin Durant, Jabari Smith Jr. and Alperen Şengün. www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/rocke...
The Rockets look to bounce back against Giannis and the Bucks on Sunday
The Rockets look to rebound from a loss to the Spurs when they visit the Bucks in Milwaukee for a Sunday matinee game.
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November 9, 2025 at 8:06 PM
Giannis upgraded from probable to available and will start. Bucks starters: AJ Green, Ryan Rollins, Gary Trent Jr., Giannis Antetokounmpo and Myles Turner.
Rockets starters: Amen Thompson, Josh Okogie, Kevin Durant, Jabari Smith Jr. and Alperen Şengün. www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/rocke...
Rockets starters: Amen Thompson, Josh Okogie, Kevin Durant, Jabari Smith Jr. and Alperen Şengün. www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/rocke...
Flight issues prevented me from getting to Milwaukee, so I’m covering from home today. Here’s your pregame primer for Rockets-Bucks: www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/rocke...
The Rockets look to bounce back against Giannis and the Bucks on Sunday
The Rockets look to rebound from a loss to the Spurs when they visit the Bucks in Milwaukee for a Sunday matinee game.
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November 9, 2025 at 4:43 PM
Flight issues prevented me from getting to Milwaukee, so I’m covering from home today. Here’s your pregame primer for Rockets-Bucks: www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/rocke...
After the Rockets were eliminated from the 2025 playoffs, Tari Eason said it was the toughest year of his life.
Tari opened up about losing his father – the “heart and soul” of his family – and the transformative summer that helped him grow from grief: www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/rocke...
Tari opened up about losing his father – the “heart and soul” of his family – and the transformative summer that helped him grow from grief: www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/rocke...
Rockets forward Tari Eason lost his father but found himself
After his father's death last March, Tari Eason confronted his grief in offseason and learned to navigate adversity on his own.
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November 9, 2025 at 3:07 PM
After the Rockets were eliminated from the 2025 playoffs, Tari Eason said it was the toughest year of his life.
Tari opened up about losing his father – the “heart and soul” of his family – and the transformative summer that helped him grow from grief: www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/rocke...
Tari opened up about losing his father – the “heart and soul” of his family – and the transformative summer that helped him grow from grief: www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/rocke...
Rockets injury report for Sunday’s game as expected. VanVleet, Finney-Smith, Crawford and Harris out.
Bucks list Giannis (left knee patellar tendinopathy) as probable. Kevin Porter Jr. (meniscus surgery), Taurean Prince (neck strain) and Alex Antetokounmpo (G League) are out.
Bucks list Giannis (left knee patellar tendinopathy) as probable. Kevin Porter Jr. (meniscus surgery), Taurean Prince (neck strain) and Alex Antetokounmpo (G League) are out.
November 8, 2025 at 10:43 PM
Rockets injury report for Sunday’s game as expected. VanVleet, Finney-Smith, Crawford and Harris out.
Bucks list Giannis (left knee patellar tendinopathy) as probable. Kevin Porter Jr. (meniscus surgery), Taurean Prince (neck strain) and Alex Antetokounmpo (G League) are out.
Bucks list Giannis (left knee patellar tendinopathy) as probable. Kevin Porter Jr. (meniscus surgery), Taurean Prince (neck strain) and Alex Antetokounmpo (G League) are out.
In today’s travel adventures…
November 8, 2025 at 2:45 PM
In today’s travel adventures…
Ime Udoka: Rockets got ‘punked’ in double-digit loss to Spurs that ended five-game winning streak www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/rocke...
Ime Udoka: Rockets got ‘punked’ in double-digit loss to Spurs
Rockets coach Ime Udoka says Spurs were 'tougher team' and 'punked us' after Houston doesn't play to its normal strengths in 121-110 loss.
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November 8, 2025 at 6:05 AM
Ime Udoka: Rockets got ‘punked’ in double-digit loss to Spurs that ended five-game winning streak www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/rocke...
The Rockets gave up a season-high 33 points off turnovers and had their five-game win streak snapped in a 121-110 loss to the Spurs: www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/rocke...
Rockets can't hold onto the ball and lose to Spurs as 5-game winning streak ends
Rockets give up a season-high 33 points off turnovers and San Antonio Spurs take advantage to end Houston's winning streak at 5 games.
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November 8, 2025 at 3:24 AM
The Rockets gave up a season-high 33 points off turnovers and had their five-game win streak snapped in a 121-110 loss to the Spurs: www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/rocke...
An official review determined that Thompson’s swipe-down foul on Sochan was a flagrant foul 1 because Thompson made contact with Sochan’s face.
November 8, 2025 at 2:18 AM
An official review determined that Thompson’s swipe-down foul on Sochan was a flagrant foul 1 because Thompson made contact with Sochan’s face.
HALFTIME: Rockets 50, Spurs 51. The Rockets once led by 11 points but the Spurs scored the last 12 points of the half.
Houston gave up way too many points off of turnovers and offensive rebounds.
Houston gave up way too many points off of turnovers and offensive rebounds.
November 8, 2025 at 1:47 AM
HALFTIME: Rockets 50, Spurs 51. The Rockets once led by 11 points but the Spurs scored the last 12 points of the half.
Houston gave up way too many points off of turnovers and offensive rebounds.
Houston gave up way too many points off of turnovers and offensive rebounds.
And the Rockets' leading scorer midway through the second quarter is... Reed Sheppard, with 10 points on 4-of-6 shooting
November 8, 2025 at 1:25 AM
And the Rockets' leading scorer midway through the second quarter is... Reed Sheppard, with 10 points on 4-of-6 shooting
END 1Q: Rockets 25, Spurs 23. Wemby is 1-for-3 with two points, two rebounds and three turnovers. Josh Okogie did a helluva job defending him to start, with Amen Thompson and Tari Eason chipping in as well.
November 8, 2025 at 1:09 AM
END 1Q: Rockets 25, Spurs 23. Wemby is 1-for-3 with two points, two rebounds and three turnovers. Josh Okogie did a helluva job defending him to start, with Amen Thompson and Tari Eason chipping in as well.