Jed Katz

Joined: Jul 6, 2024

Jed is a student at the University of Wisconsin-Madison majoring in journalism. He also contributes at several other basketball outlets, including has his own basketball blog and podcast — The Sixth Man Report.

Mar 14, 2026; Inglewood, California, USA; Sacramento Kings guard Russell Westbrook (18) gestures against the LA Clippers during the second half at Intuit Dome. Mandatory Credit: Jonathan Hui-Imagn Images

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Houston enters the NBA offseason with a lot of uncertainty after a disappointing playoff exit.

May 1, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun (28) handles the ball against the Los Angeles Lakers during the first quarter game six of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Erik Williams-Imagn Images

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The Houston Rockets are entering an offseason filled with uncertainty after a disappointing first-round playoff exit.

Apr 29, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Houston Rockets guard Aaron Holiday (0) moves the ball against Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves (15) during the second half in game five of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

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Houston took a second straight over Los Angeles to cut the series lead, 3-2. What worked for the Rockets and what didn't work for the Lakers?

Apr 26, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun (28) reacts with guard Reed Sheppard (15) after a play during the third quarter against the Los Angeles Lakers during game four of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

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Houston has new life after two straight wins, cutting the Lakers' series lead to one game. Across NBA history, which teams have forced a Game 7, down 3-0?

Apr 18, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Houston Rockets guard Reed Sheppard (15) dribbles the ball against the Los Angeles Lakers in the second half during game one of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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Houston picked up an impressive Game 4 win, but is still on the brink of elimination by the Los Angeles Lakers. Reed Sheppard is the key to another victory.

Apr 26, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets guard/forward Amen Thompson (1) dribbles the ball during the first quarter against the Los Angeles Lakers during game four of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

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Houston, still on the brink of elimination, has the chance to force Game 6 after beating Los Angeles on Sunday.

Mar 18, 2025; Inglewood, California, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (45) controls the ball against Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard (2) during the first half at Intuit Dome. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

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Despite a gritty Game 4 win, the Houston Rockets are on the brink of playoff elimination. They could go deeper into win-now territory this offseason.

Apr 26, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets forward Tari Eason (17) reacts after making a basket during the third quarter against the Los Angeles Lakers during game four of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

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Houston reverted to its pre-Kevin Durant play style in Game 4, but that could be the key to a comeback against Los Angeles.

Apr 24, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun (28) reacts after a play during overtime against the Los Angeles Lakers during game three of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

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Houston is on the verge of being swept by the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 4 of this first-round series, leaving the organization with so many questions.