Uploaded November 2025 | Updated September 2026, 1 day ago

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Dave Hardisty and Ben DuBose go live with full postgame reactions after the 7-3 Houston Rockets host the Portland Trail Blazers in NBA Cup in-season tournament action at Toyota Center on November 14, 2025. It’s another important night for the Rockets' core featuring Kevin Durant, Amen Thompson, Alperen Şengün, Jabari Smith Jr., Tari Eason, and suddenly-hot rookie Reed Sheppard.

Portland enters at 6-5 and looking much improved, led by the development of Deni Avdija and Shaedon Sharpe along with the veteran presence of Jrue Holiday. Join us as we break down the biggest plays, momentum swings, standout performances, and what this NBA Cup matchup means for Houston moving forward.

🔥 Topics Covered:

- Full Houston Rockets vs Portland Trail Blazers game recap and highlights
- Kevin Durant highlights
- Alperen Şengün playmaking
- Amen Thompson's two-way impact
- Jabari Smith Jr.'s versatility
- Tari Eason's new three-point shot
- Steven Adams' incredible rebounding impact
- Reed Sheppard's rookie contributions and fit with Houston's core
- Deni Avdija, Shaedon Sharpe, and Jrue Holiday leading Portland's surge
- NBA Cup implications and Ime Udoka's adjustments

📅 Game: Houston Rockets vs Portland Trail Blazers – NBA Cup, November 14, 2025
📍 Location: Toyota Center, Houston, TX
🎙️ Hosts: Dave Hardisty & Ben DuBose

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