Houston Rockets legend Hakeem Olajuwon has always been regarded as one of the greatest big men ever to grace the game of basketball following a decorated 18-year career in the NBA. Spending 17 seasons with the Houston Rockets,

With Rafael Stone looking to make a big splash, he traded for Kevin Durant. The future Hall of Famer and two-time Finals MVP should give Houston a needed go-to scorer in clutch situations and a proven postseason performer.

The latest surrounding Rockets All-Star Kevin Durant potential contract extension, which could take a pay cut. While the Houston Rockets ' trade for All-Star Kevin Durant makes them title contenders for the upcoming season,

Here's what we know about the NBA’s opening night and Christmas Day slates, as well as marquee games on ABC and NBC.

NBC’s return to the NBA broadcast world officially starts with opening night on Oct. 21, when the Thunder will receive their championship rings before playing host to Durant and the Rockets in the first game of the season.