Chicago Bulls legend Scottie Pippen revealed the truth about his time with the Houston Rockets and Charles Barkley’s lifestyle. After winning six championships with Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bulls,

Cade Cunningham couldn't hide his excitement after weaving through the Houston Rockets defense in emphatic open-court dunk.

As the No. 2 seed in the Western Conference sporting a 28-14 record, the youthful Rockets have risen at an accelerated pace, possibly leading to the team splurging in a trade by offering prospects like Reed Sheppard, Cam Whitmore or Tari Eason along with first-round draft capital in order to land Edwards.

Houston Rockets forward Amen Thompson, left, takes control of the ball from Portland Trail Blazers guard Anfernee Simons during the second half of an NBA basketball game in Houston, Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis) AP AP

Portland Trail Blazers guard Scoot Henderson had his fourth consecutive strong performance during Sunday night’s 113-102 win over the Chicago Bulls at the Moda Center. But unlike the first three, his contributions helped produce a victory. In fact, the second-year point guard’s 25 points were the most he’s ever scored in a Blazers' win.

Chicago Bulls legends Scottie Pippen and Michael Jordan weren't close, according to Pippen. Pippen is speaking out about their time together.

Now halfway through the 2024-2025 NBA season, the Houston Rockets are in great position, sitting as the No. 2 seed in the Western Conference with a 27-13 record

Shaedon Sharpe added 23 points as the Trail Blazers snapped a five-game losing streak. Deni Avdija had 20 points, 12 rebounds and three steals, Jerami Grant scored 18 points and Deandre Ayton contributed 15 points and 13 rebounds for Portland.

For the first time this season, the Chicago Bulls vs Portland Trail Blazers matchup will happen on Sunday. The Blazers are looking for their first win against the Bulls since Nov.

Detroit Pistons (21-21, eighth in the Eastern Conference) vs. Houston Rockets (28-13, second in the Western Conference) Houston; Monday, 2 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Rockets -6.5 ...

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Pistons 107, Rockets 96. The Pistons (22-21 overall) snap a two-game streak to get back above .500 and have snapped a six-game losing streak to the Rockets, on their own