Despite their strong record and Green’s breakout, skepticism lingers over whether the Rockets' success is sustainable. Young teams often face growing pains in the playoffs, where experience and composure are critical. If the Rockets falter early, it could validate concerns that they should have pursued a star to pair with their youthful core.

The NBA announced on Monday that Houston Rockets guard Jalen Green was named Western Conference Player of the Week for games played from Monday, January 13 through Sunday, January 19. This was the second time in Green’s career to earn such honors. The first occurrence came last season in mid-March.

The Rockets' two top scorers have a chance to be voted into the NBA All-Star Game, recognition their teammates say both players earned. So we had them pitch it.

Adding Durant alongside young stars Jalen Green and Alperen Sengun would certainly elevate their title chances. The Rockets have gotten to this point thanks to a strong Ime Udoka defense ...

The Suns shot 10-of-21. The Suns are starting Tyus Jones, Devin Booker, Ryan Dunn, Kevin Durant and Nick Richards in the middle. The Nets will open with Jalen Wilson, Noah Clowney, former Suns ...

Kevin Durant and the Phoenix Suns have been one ... Adding Durant alongside young stars Jalen Green and Alperen Sengun would certainly elevate their title chances.

The NBA is set to announce this year’s All-Star Game reserves Thursday night. Here are The Post’s picks to round out the rosters next month in San Francisco.

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Keon Johnson led a balanced Brooklyn attack with 18 points, and the Nets snapped a seven-game losing streak with a 104-83 win over the Charlotte Hornets on Wednesday night. Jalen Wilson added 15 points and Tosan Evbuomwan had 14 for the Nets,

Jaylen Brown led Boston with 24 points, 11 rebounds and eight assists. Jayson Tatum tallied 23 points, eight rebounds, seven assists and three steals. That’s their second win in Boston this year. They also beat the Cleveland Cavaliers twice as well.

The Houston Rockets can transform themselves into contenders if they convince the Phoenix Suns to trade Kevin Durant for a massive package.

The Knicks have won five in a row including wins over teams like the Nuggets, Grizzlies, and Kings who have all been surging. New York is sitting at No. 3 in the East and is just a game back of the Celtics for the No. 2 seed. The Knicks are jelling at the right time as they continue to move forward with their season.

Pierce pitched the Thunder to trade Chet Holmgren for Kevin Durant, which sparked a loud conversation across the media. Former NBA guard Jeff Teague took to the "Club 520 Podcast" to make his strong opinion known of the trade.