This past season, the Houston Rockets, who are loved and followed by fans, did not make it to the playoffs; However, under the guidance of new head coach Udoka, the team's progress is evident, not only beating a number of tough opponents, but also putting together the longest winning streak in the league in March.
At the same time, Shin Jing and Jalen Green played exciting performances, and in some games, they even became the key players who decided the outcome of the game, showing the potential to become All-Stars. In addition, Jabari Smith and Eason have steadily improved in strength and become the team's helpers to win; Even Whitmore and Amen Thompson, who have just joined, are also talented, which is the envy of other teams.
As far as the facts are concerned, the second phase of the Rockets' rebuild has gone very steadily, in fact, if it weren't for the young people who need to pay tuition fees and some referees who are shameless in getting in the way, this youth army should have won more games and even made it to the playoffs in the West. In any case, after a few years of silence, the rocket is already on track.
It is worth mentioning that in the previous NBA draft lottery ceremony, the Houston Rockets were favored by Lady Luck, and the Brooklyn Nets sent a probe lottery; That way, General Manager Stone can make a big move, either take a trade or take a superstar with the discernment. After much deliberation with Udoka, Stone believes that the Rockets have too many young people to lack talent, and it is better to get some players who can improve the team from the trade.
According to a report from Rockets reporter Kelly Iko, insiders revealed that the Hornets, who have the No. 6 pick, are interested in trading draft picks upward, and the Rockets' pick is their target. It is reported that the Hornets will send chips such as Mark Williams and the No. 6 pick.
Mark Williams has excellent physical condition and athleticism, and can easily complete dunks and rebounds under the basket. He also has great touch and shooting skills to open up space and create lethality. He also has a strong impact on the defensive end, with blocks, steals, defensive cuts and pick-and-rolls. Although the Rockets have interior players such as Landale, Shin Jing and Adams, they have many problems and cannot protect the Rockets' basket. Therefore, the addition of Mark Williams can make up for the team's weaknesses and improve the combat effectiveness of the Rockets; And a No. 6 pick, Stone can use to continue to select a new player to increase the team's personnel reserves.