Houston Rockets Wiretap

Rockets Sign Dennis Lindsey To Extension

The Houston Rockets signed Dennis Lindsey, vice president for basketball operations/player personnel, to a four-year contract Friday.

Lindsey's future became uncertain when the Rockets unexpectedly named Daryl Morey their GM after the 2006-2007 season.

"It means a lot, because Dennis is very important," Dawson said. "He signed a multiple-year deal. He's going to be in the position he was in. We're fortunate to have him with this organization. He's been here 10 years and has been a great asset."

Via Houston Chronicle


Agent: Yao May Play In World Event

The Houston Chronicle is reporting that, according to Yao Ming's agent, Yao is recovering well from foot surgery and could still play in this summer's world championships.

Yao underwent surgery April 14 in Houston to repair the fifth metatarsal bone in his left foot, which was broken during a game against Utah. Rockets general manager Carroll Dawson said Yao's injury could take 4-6 months to heal.

"I believe there is still a possibility for Yao to participate in the world championships," Zhang was quoted as saying in the report posted Wednesday.

Via Houston Chronicle


Yao Won't Be Forced To Play In Worlds

Houston Rockets center Yao Ming won't be forced to play in the World Championships by the Chinese government in September. The estimated six-month recovery period would have Yao in jeopordy of playing hurt and injuring himself even more in the World Championships if he was forced to play.

Via Reuters


Rockets Apr 2006 Archive

  • Mutombo Wants To Play One More Year

    Rockets center and former Nuggets player Dikembe Mutombo said Monday wasn't his final Denver appearance as a player.

  • Houston's Lindsey To Stay With Organization

    The Rockets are close to signing Dennis Lindsey, the team's vice president for basketball operations/player personnel, to a new four-year contract to remain with the team, Rockets general manager Carroll Dawson said.

  • Chinese Upset With Rockets Over Yao's Injury

    The Houston Chronicle is reporting that the Chinese are reportedly upset with the recovery timetable for Yao Ming.

  • Rockets Owner Alexander Wants Van Gundy Back

    The Houston Chroncile is reporting that, despite a poor season, coach Jeff Van Gundy has received an endorsement from his owner.

  • Yao Undergoes Surgery On Broken Foot

    Houston Rockets center Yao Ming had surgery Friday to repair a broken bone in his left foot.

  • Questions Raised Over Mutombo's Fate With Rockets

    Dikembe Mutombo's future with the Houston Rockets could be in jeopardy after his production has dropped off dramatically, the Houston Chronicle is reporting.

  • Wolves Snap 14-Game Road Losing Streak

    After losing 14 straight games on the road, the Minnesota Timberwolves finally snapped their streak, defeating the Rockets by a final score of "We've lost a bunch on the road, I don't even know how many," said Eddie Griffin, who had the last of his five blocks in the final minute.

  • Yao To Have Surgery, Faces Four To Six Months Of Rehab

    Rockets general manager Carroll Dawson said Tuesday that Yao Ming will have surgery this weekend on his broken left foot and the injury could take four to six months to heal.

  • Yao Breaks Left Foot

    Rockets center Yao Ming broke his left foot when Andrei Kirilenko stepped on it late in the first quarter against Utah on Monday night.

  • Despite Pain, Wesley Keeps Playing

    Despite having cracked ribs and being out of playoff contention, Rockets guard David Wesley has decided to keep on playing.

  • Rockets Hire Assistant GM

    As rumored, the Houston Rockets have named David Morey assistant general manager and he will take over for current GM Carroll Dawson after the 2006-07 season.