The Rockets played the Los Angeles Lakers on November 17th, shortly after Barkley’s statement, and walked away with a 93–89 ...

Yao Ming wasn’t just tall — he was dominant, skilled, and way ahead of his time. From his footwork to his touch to his IQ, Yao could go toe-to-toe with the best bigs in the league. Injuries ...

"Other players are going to want to do the things Yao Ming is doing" - When MJ predicted a surge of Asian talent in the NBA originally appeared on Basketball Network. Michael Jordan acknowledged ...

LOS ANGELES, CA - OCTOBER 26: Yao Ming #11 of the Houston Rockets stands by the bench during their opening night game against the Los Angeles Lakers at Staples Center on October 26, 2010 in Los ...

— -- When Yao Ming came onto the NBA scene as the No. 1 pick in the 2002 draft, he was immediately challenged by two things in the business world: The Chinese government was getting a cut of ...

With a one year deal for his 3rd year with the Lakers, Jaxson Hayes will have a de facto no-trade clause. He can block any ...

Former Houston Rockets center Yao Ming is a sports icon in Houston, both a former All-Star and the player who sparked worldwide interest in the city's basketball team. It seems Yao made a quick ...

Cuttino Mobley and Yao Ming played together for two seasons with the Houston Rockets from 2002-2004, during which time they developed a friendship that would continue long after their NBA careers ...

Lakers star sits out what would have been a rematch with 7-5 Rocket. LOS ANGELES -- Lakers star Shaquille O'Neal sat out Tuesday night's game against Yao Ming and the Houston Rockets because of a ...

Jon Yao of LA’s Kato wins James Beard Award The chef, noted for his contemporary Taiwanese cuisine seen through a California lens, was the evening’s sole Los Angeles winner.

Too-early NBA Power Rankings: Who's No. 2 behind OKC? Knicks, Lakers in top 10, Celtics, Pacers plummet We're taking a look at the league landscape with the draft, trades and big free agency moves ...

7’6 Yao Ming was struggling to fit in his Range Rover 😂 “You got a billion dollars and you can’t get a custom [car]? Both his knees up by his ears.” ...