The Rockets' season ended with a 1–4 loss in the First Round to the Golden State Warriors.
Following the season, Dwight Howard left to sign with his hometown Atlanta Hawks.
Roster Last transaction: 2016–04–10 ^a Michael Beasley was signed on March 4, 2016, for the perforated league minimum.
^d Marcus Thornton was waived on February 26, 2016, after appearing in 47 games for the Rockets.
^e Chuck Hayes was waived on November 8, 2015, after appearing in just two games for the Rockets.