Uploaded December 2025 | Updated September 2026, 1 day ago

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Dave Hardisty and Ben DuBose are live with postgame reaction after the Houston Rockets host the Phoenix Suns on December 5, 2025 — the first game of a back-to-back set before the team travels to Utah. The Rockets enter the night at 14–5 and sitting third in the Western Conference, led by their standout core of Kevin Durant, Amen Thompson, Jabari Smith Jr., Alperen Şengün, and rising second-year guard Reed Sheppard.

It’s a reunion game in Houston as Dillon Brooks returns to Toyota Center after two seasons with the Rockets. The Suns are a surprising 13–9 despite key injuries, with Jalen Green (hamstring) and Devin Booker both sidelined. Dave and Ben break down all the key moments, standout performances, and what this matchup means for the Rockets as they continue pushing toward the top of the West.

🔥 Topics Covered:

Full Rockets vs. Suns game recap + live breakdown

Kevin Durant’s impact and leadership in Houston

Alperen Şengün’s scoring efficiency and playmaking

Amen Thompson’s defensive presence and rim pressure

Jabari Smith Jr.’s shooting, spacing, and two-way growth

Reed Sheppard’s continued improvement in Year 2

Dillon Brooks’ return to face his former team

Western Conference standings implications

📅 Game: Rockets vs. Suns — December 5, 2025
🎙 Hosts: Dave Hardisty & Ben DuBose

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