The Rockets faced off against the Lakers in a game where they once led by 20 points but almost suffered a comeback at the end. One player on their team could be considered a mole, and that is their center, Shen Jing. In this game, he scored 14 points, but his plus-minus was the worst on the team. His defensive capabilities were virtually non-existent, as he was completely dominated by Anthony Davis. Moreover, he often showed no initiative on defense and even missed free throws, appearing weak and lacking spirit on the court.
Fortunately, two tough players, Jalen Green and Adams, performed exceptionally well today. The Rockets' head coach, Udoka, gave them special praise, stating that these two players are like a miniature version of the OK duo in the game. Especially Jalen Green, who really unleashed his offensive firepower. Despite being called for five fouls in the first three quarters, he returned like a king in the fourth quarter, scoring six points in a row at a critical moment to stabilize the situation for the team.
Adams, on the other hand, played extremely aggressively in the game. As an interior tough guy, his strength is considerable, and he is also very tough defensively, leaving Davis with no temper. He can be said to be the stabilizing force in the Rockets' interior. Honestly, the Rockets should not let Shen Jing guard Davis in future games against the Lakers; he was treated like a toy by the opponent. They should let tough guys like Adams face off against Anthony Davis, as his strength advantage is not inferior to Davis'. It can even be said that his style of play is tougher than Anthony Davis'.
