The Rockets have suffered three consecutive defeats in recent games, which has caused fans to question head coach Udoka's personnel and tactical deployment.
Especially against the 76ers, Udoka's employment strategy caused public outrage and became a major reason for the team's loss.
First, let's take a look at Udoka's double standard for the team's backcourt. In the game, Udoka's lenient attitude towards Holiday and Landale was restricted by Green, and this double-standard strategy of employing people is puzzling. Green has always been the Rockets' leading scorer and playmaker, and his role on the court cannot be ignored. But in this game, Udoka didn't give Green enough space to play, which caused the Rockets to lose some offensive threat.
Second, Udoka's restricted status with Whitmore and Amen is also a cause for concern. Whitmore and Amen are both key players in the team, with excellent performances and consistent performances on the field. However, with Udoka's holding, their position was limited and the team's diversity on the offensive end suffered. A fixed tactical system may lead to good results in some cases, but if the opponent adjusts accordingly, a team that lacks variation will look extremely thin.
In this game, the Rockets' performance in the final quarter was particularly bad, which was also related to Udoka's decision-making at key moments.
In the closing stages of the game, the team needed to be more decisive and flexible in their tactical adjustments, but Udoka appeared to be too stubborn. This rigid style of tactics may work in some situations, but when faced with a strong opponent, it is more necessary to be flexible and look for the opponent's weaknesses rather than sticking to the original plan.
On the whole, the Rockets' loss in this game was not entirely a matter of individual player level, but more related to Udoka's personnel and tactical arrangements. Flexibility and flexibility are very important qualities as a manager, and Udoka clearly showed deficiencies in this game.
The team needs to learn lessons in time after the loss, adjust the tactics, and improve the overall cooperation of the players.
Overall, the Rockets' three-game losing streak in recent games needs to be taken seriously. As the head coach, Udoka needs to be more cautious about the team's personnel and tactical adjustments to ensure that the team can quickly get back on track in future games. Fans have high expectations for the Rockets, and hope that the team can find their form in the next games and give more exciting games to the fans.