Houston has $141.5 million on the books for the 2025-26 campaign, and the projected salary cap is $154.6 million. In reality, though, the Rockets are on track to surpass this year's $171 million bill. Big-money extensions for Jalen Green and Alperen Sengun—both north of $33 million—will kick in next season.

There was some anxiety surrounding the Golden State Warriors after they were unable to put away the Houston Rockets in Game 6 of their first-round playoff series at home on Friday. The two teams took part in a winner-take-all Game 7 on Sunday,

After getting bounced from the playoffs by the Warriors, the Rockets have a lot to consider this summer, including whether to trade for a superstar free agent.