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UConn's Karaban, Alabama's Sears and Arizona's Love back in college after withdrawing from NBA draft
Read full article: UConn's Karaban, Alabama's Sears and Arizona's Love back in college after withdrawing from NBA draftUConn forward Alex Karaban is returning to school for a try at a third straight national title.
‘Pray for Victor’: Tillman Fertitta excited about Rockets’ draft pick
Read full article: ‘Pray for Victor’: Tillman Fertitta excited about Rockets’ draft pickAt the Knights of Momus Parade in Galveston, Rockets owner Tillman Fertitta yelled out “Pray for Victor,” referring to the Rockets’ hope to draft French super prospect Victor Wembanyana in the 2023 NBA Draft, while wrapping up an interview with KPRC 2′s Frank Billingsley.
Get your Jabari Smith Jr. Jersey right here
Read full article: Get your Jabari Smith Jr. Jersey right hereThe Rockets made a big pick for a top player in the 2022 NBA Draft and now Jabari Smith Jr. is headed to Houston. Here’s your chance to get in early and get your replica jerseys before the season begins.
KPRC 2′s Randy McIlvoy and Ari Alexander break down what they expect from the Houston Rockets on the eve of the NBA draft
Read full article: KPRC 2′s Randy McIlvoy and Ari Alexander break down what they expect from the Houston Rockets on the eve of the NBA draftWith the NBA draft just one day away, KPRC 2 sports director Randy McIlvoy and sports anchor/reporter Ari Alexander sit down to share their thoughts on what the Houston Rockets may do to set up the team for future success.
Houston Rockets come away from 2021 NBA Draft Lottery with 2nd overall pick
Read full article: Houston Rockets come away from 2021 NBA Draft Lottery with 2nd overall pickNewly selected Basketball Hall of Famer Ben Wallace tapped his fist on the table a few times, then clapped his hands and pointed one finger skyward.
Rockets flip Ariza and 16th pick for picks, cap room
Read full article: Rockets flip Ariza and 16th pick for picks, cap roomHOUSTON – The Houston Rockets traded Trevor Ariza and the 16th pick in the 2020 NBA Draft to the Detroit Pistons for a future protected 1st round pick, according to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski. The Rockets received the pick and Ariza earlier in the week after trading Robert Covington to Portland. The Rockets later purchased the Pistons’ 2021 second-round pick for $4.6 million. In the short term, the trade deprives Houston of a first-round pick and Ariza, a useful two-way player who is very familiar with Houston. Trading Ariza also gives the Rockets a Traded Player Exception, allowing them to sign another player.
This is how Harris County will be distributing its $30 million COVID-19 relief fund
Read full article: This is how Harris County will be distributing its $30 million COVID-19 relief fundHOUSTON – The public application period for Harris County’s $30 million COVID-19 relief fund started Tuesday and much like the Powerball and the NBA Draft, recipients will be chosen by lottery. “We’re very lucky to be granted $1 million to be able to serve about 700 clients in the Harris County area,” said Morgan Zeringue with JFS. “The best we can do is to make sure that the funds are awarded fairly,” said Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo. Challenges post-HarveyThe county’s COVID-19 relief fund comes at a time when memories of the Harvey relief fund still linger. In March, the Texas General Land Office, unhappy with the recovery progress, came to an agreement with the county on the rebuilding of single-family homes.