NBA preview: Everything you need to know for the 2021-22 season
Get ready for a new NBA season with rankings, projections, breakout picks and everything you need to know about all 30 teams.
2022 Schedule
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2022 Schedule
0-0, 1st in Southwest
Rockets cut Exum loose on NBA season eve
Dante Exum is a free agent, just a month after his future in the NBA appeared to be locked in with the Houston Rockets on a contract that could have netted him more than $20 million.
Houston Rockets vs. San Antonio Spurs: Full Highlights (2:02)
Rockets sign G Brooks to multiyear contract
The Rockets have signed guard Armoni Brooks to a multi-year contact. Sources told ESPN that Brooks agreed to a four-year deal that includes a guaranteed first year.
Lowe's League Pass Rankings! Breaking down NBA teams 30-11
From highlight potential to court design to blooper frequency to coaches making funny faces, we present teams 30 to 11 in ESPN's annual NBA League Pass Rankings.
LeBron James, Kevin Durant, Benny the Bull and Lil Penny highlight hoop fans' stroll down 'NBA Lane'
The NBA's 75th anniversary tips off with a star-studded nod to its rich history
Washington Wizards vs. Houston Rockets: Full Highlights (2:03)
NBA Power Rankings: Nets, Lakers and other preseason favorites
Where do the Bucks, Nets, Lakers and every contender stand? We're breaking down all 30 teams as training camps begin this week, less than one month from the start of the 2021-22 NBA season.
FiveThirtyEight: Is The Mere Threat Of A Three Enough To Affect A Defense?
Three-point percentage is often thought of as a barometer for spacing, and for good reason: The higher a team's percentage, the riskier it is for...
Cade Cunningham, Jalen Green and breakout candidates among NBArank 100-51
The league's next superstar could be lurking among Nos. 100-51 in our NBArank countdown.
Exum Rockets his way to another NBA shot
Dante Exum has earned another NBA shot with Houston after the Australian guard played a key role in the Boomers' historic Olympic bronze medal.
MacMahon and Mares
Zach and ESPN's Tim MacMahon discuss John Wall trades, and expectations for the Jazz and Mavericks. Then Adam Mares of DNVR Sports hops on to discuss Aaron Gordon's extension and the upcoming Nuggets season.
NBA predictions: Why our West forecast has the Lakers and Clippers headed in opposite directions
Are the Lakers locks for the No. 1 seed? Are the Clippers headed for the play-in? Our NBA Summer Forecast continues with win-loss projections for every West team.
Sources: Rockets, Wall working to find trade
With the Rockets committed to Kevin Porter Jr. and Jalen Green as their starting backcourt, Houston is working with veteran John Wall to try and find a trade destination, sources told ESPN.
Perk: 76ers, Clippers and Pelicans should pursue John Wall (1:23)
The most likely NBA rookie superstars lurking outside the top 10
Which players are likely to make us ask why they weren't drafted higher? Mike Schmitz identifies five who have star potential.
NBA offseason grades: Marks for the Lakers' remodel and every West team's summer
In case you missed it, the Lakers made some moves. But are LeBron & Co. any closer to a title? Kevin Pelton grades L.A.'s batch of deals and the offseasons of all 15 West teams.
The Undefeated: How Adidas is finding its way with its 2021 draft class and its move to LA
'We will create culture together, and if you give me some time, I will pursue greatness like them'
NBA Power Rankings: Who are the league's best teams now?
Where do the Bucks, Nets, Lakers and every contender stand? We're taking stock of all 30 teams after the draft and free agency shook up the league's hierarchy.
Full NBA schedule drops for 2021-22 season
A trio of return games for All-Star point guards Russell Westbrook, Kyle Lowry and Kemba Walker highlighted the NBA's full schedule release Friday afternoon.
Jalen Green limps off court after injuring hamstring (0:26)
Rockets rookie Green exits with sore hamstring
Jalen Green will likely sit out the remainder of summer league due to a sore right hamstring, sources confirmed to ESPN.
The magical day Kobe Bryant became Lord of the Rings at Rucker Park
In 2002, Kobe Bryant's surprise arrival at Harlem's legendary court caused a stir. This is the oral history of what happened when the Lakers great put his streetball cred on the line.
Jalen Green gets early bragging rights over Cade Cunningham (1:04)
No. 2 on top: Green's Rockets beat Cade, Pistons
Jalen Green got more offensive help from his teammates, and the No. 2 overall pick's Rockets beat No. 1 pick Cade Cunningham and the Pistons in a summer league showdown Tuesday night.
2021-22 Southwest Standings
| TEAM | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans | 0 | 0 | .000 | - | - |
| Dallas | 0 | 0 | .000 | - | - |
| Houston | 0 | 0 | .000 | - | - |
| San Antonio | 0 | 0 | .000 | - | - |
| Memphis | 0 | 0 | .000 | - | - |
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Team Stats
Points Per Game108.824th
Rebounds Per Game42.627th
Assists Per Game23.624th
Points Allowed113.623rd
2021 Draft Picks
| RD(PK) | PLAYER | POS | SCHOOL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1(2) | Jalen Green | SG | |
| 1(23) | Usman Garuba | PF | |
| 1(24) | Josh Christopher | SG | Arizona State |
Team History
| YEAR | W | L | PCT |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021-22 | 0 | 0 | .000 |
| 2020-21 | 17 | 55 | .236 |
| 2019-20 | 44 | 28 | .611 |
| 2018-19 | 53 | 29 | .646 |
| 2017-18 | 65 | 17 | .793 |