Everyone knows the biggest media names like ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski and The Athletic’s Shams Charania. But in many cases, news can break at the local level — rather than national — when it comes to important periods like the upcoming 2022 NBA trade deadline.
Moreover, even if a national reporter ultimately breaks the news of a transaction, it’s often local reporters and bloggers who can put it into the proper context to help fans of that team understand the rationale.
With the Feb. 10 trade deadline for the 2021-22 season fast approaching, here’s a rundown of many of the top reporters, analysts, and media and fan personalities covering the Rockets — including where to follow them on social media and ways to read or listen to their coverage.
(Disclaimer: You can and should also follow the team’s official media channels, but those outlets are not allowed to discuss transactions until they are finalized and processed by the league office.)