Two weeks and approximately 10% of the way through the NBA season, it’s time to re-evaluate the Western Conference where things currently stand. Here’s the first edition of our power rankings, which will combine current form with championship chances, while taking injuries and the schedule into account. Western Conference Power Rankings (Nov. 3) No. 1: Houston Rockets (7-1) It might be rash to ...

Fred VanVleet dials from long distance, 11/02/2026

The writers from OnSI discuss whether VanVleet has secured his spot as the team's starter, or whether Houston still needs to look for an upgrade

And him being there, I've heard Kevin Durant talk …

Sam Mitchell thinks it might be game over for the rest of the NBA if the Rockets get Kyrie Irving.

The point guard points to the need for tighter defense as the Rockets move ahead to the Thunder

Fred VanVleet sets up the nice finish, 10/30/2026

Houston is off to a hot start, so should it still try to tweak the roster?

Houston Rockets guard Fred VanVleet discussed the importance of building championship habits and focusing on daily improvements as the franchise sits atop the Western Conference standings.