The Houston Rockets are currently one of the teams with the fewest average points allowed in the league, and they are also among the best in terms of average defensive efficiency. Therefore, although the Rockets may not perform well offensively this season, especially in their three-point shooting, where their current 32% three-point shooting percentage ranks second-to-last in the league, they still rely on their impenetrable defense and strong overall strength to maintain their position as second in the Western Conference. Moreover, the Rockets have recently won consecutive games against strong teams, such as the Lakers, Grizzlies, and Mavericks, all of which are top teams in the West. Even with the absence of two frontline core players, Jabari Smith Jr. and Tari Eason, Coach Udoka is not worried because he knows that the depth of the Rockets' roster is at a first-class level. Even if two players are out, there are still many substitute players who can step up. Furthermore, talented players like Michael Weir and Sheppard from the Rockets are playing in the Development League and can be recalled for important roles at any time. In fact, the main reason for the Rockets' excellent record this season is their defense, which is so strong that it no longer needs to be elaborated upon. It is believed that by looking at the Rockets' current record and performance, everyone knows how powerful their defense is. Even without two key defensive players like Eason and Smith Jr., Udoka can still rely on three other top defenders. For example, in the previous game where…

After a big win over the Wizards, the Rockets have secured a two-game winning streak in the regular season, maintaining their position as second in the Western Conference. Despite a 6.5-game gap from the top-ranked Thunder and only a 0.5-game lead over the Grizzlies, the Rockets have widened the gap with teams like the Nuggets, Lakers, Clippers, Mavericks, and Warriors. What's more exciting for Houston fans is the fiery form of Jalen Green, who has averaged an impressive 27.8 points and 5.5 rebounds in the last four games. The official website of the Rockets has started to promote Jalen Green, aiming to get him selected for the All-Star team. Additionally, Amen Thompson has been performing well, contributing double-doubles with 20 points and 15 rebounds in consecutive games, and he can step up whenever there's a missing starter in the Rockets' lineup. Recently, American media outlet "Fadeaway World" suggested that the Kings management should prioritize Dillon Brooks, the defensive powerhouse of the Rockets, as their main target for recruitment. The Rockets have ample personnel on the front line, with Amen Thompson and Tari Eason capable of replacing Dillon's role, while Whitmore and Tate also have the potential to enter the rotation. In contrast, the Kings have players like DeRozan, Monk, Keegan Murray, Huerter, and McDermott, all known for their offensive prowess but lacking in defense, resulting in high average points conceded by the Kings. New head coach Christie urgently needs to find a defensive expert to achieve a balance between offense and defense. The media proposed a 1-for-2 trade offer for…

The Houston Rockets have been on a smooth ride recently, securing an impressive four consecutive victories. However, their momentum has faltered when facing strong opponents like the Minnesota Timberwolves and the Miami Heat. As a result, the Rockets have slipped to third place in the Western Conference, with the possibility of dropping further if they continue to lose. The recent losses are not due to a lack of skill but rather a failure to capitalize on crucial moments. Coach Udoka's team is struggling to hold onto scoring opportunities when it matters most. Defensively, the team's performance has also dipped, particularly with the absence of Tari Eason, who has missed six consecutive games. Without their defensive powerhouse on the front line, the Rockets are finding it challenging to maintain their top-tier defensive displays. Coach Udoka is also disappointed with some of the team's bench players. In the game against the Heat, he benched rookie shooter Shepherd, who had been a key part of the rotation for most of the season. In the previous match against the Timberwolves, Shepherd played only four minutes with minimal impact, and in this game, he was completely sidelined without a single second of playing time. With Dillon Brooks returning to the lineup, the Rockets have reverted to their usual starting five. The bench has seen some changes, with veteran sharpshooter Aaron Holiday replacing Shepherd. Adams continues to play, while Armoni Brooks has returned to the bench due to Dillon's comeback. Forward scorer Whitmore has once again entered the rotation after performing well previously. It's clear that…

The young Houston Rockets have performed exceptionally well this season. The Rockets are at the forefront of the league in both defense and rebounding this season, even though their offense still has obvious shortcomings, their record can still rank among the top three in the West. However, the goal for the Rockets this season is still to make it to the playoffs, and they cannot be too proud as they are still on the path of rebuilding. In yesterday's game against the Timberwolves, the Rockets paid a price for their youth. With over three minutes remaining in the game, the Rockets were still leading by 15 points, but under favorable circumstances, they subsequently made a disastrous performance, allowing their opponents to make a run and unfortunately lost the game. This game fully exposed the lack of a star player in the Rockets, if they had a superstar who could seal the deal, they could have won many more games this season. Recently, there have been rumors about the trade of Kings star De'Aaron Fox. The Kings are experiencing internal strife and have fired head coach Mike Brown. According to media reports, Fox may consider leaving the team, and teams like the Rockets and Spurs are closely monitoring Fox's situation. If the Rockets can get Fox, they will truly have a star player capable of playing key shots. This would be quite tempting for them. In recent days, American media outlets have been proposing trade schemes and various simulated suggestions. Recently, another trade proposal involving the Rockets trading for Fox has…