Houston takes Auburn's Jabari Smith with third overall pick

The Houston Rockets selected Auburn freshman Jabari Smith Jr. with the third overall pick in the NBA draft Thursday night, adding a skilled player to join last year's second pick Jalen Green as the team continues its rebuild.

Houston Rockets, Demarcus Cousins to part ways

The big man averaged 9.6 points and 7.6 rebounds for the Rockets. The organization agreed to guarantee his salary because they appreciated his professionalism.