From Jabari Smith's two free throws, the Rockets basically missed the game, and at the same time left hope to the Warriors, with the loss of this game, the Rockets completely missed the playoffs. It's just that from 11 consecutive wins to 5 consecutive defeats, the Rockets came very suddenly, as if they couldn't play all of a sudden, and the 5 consecutive losses were also the first time this season for the Rockets, who had previously suffered 5 3 consecutive defeats and 1 4 consecutive defeats.
In the last 5 games, the Rockets have played badly; as the regular season is coming to an end, the Rockets and the Lakers and Warriors have formed two extreme situations, the Lakers have a strong record, which has a profound impact on the entire West, and they even have a chance to replace the Pelicans;
Given that the Rockets are more precise and show a lot of momentum than they were in the last three seasons, this phenomenon has not been seen in the Silas era. For example, the team's young players have made a difference, and for example, Shen Jing and Jalen Green have played phenomenal performances, and for example, veterans such as VanVleet and Van Jordan have given the team the focus on the defensive end, these are the most intuitive performances that Udoka has brought to the table.
It's just that from 11 consecutive wins to 5 consecutive defeats are too hasty, I believe fans who have watched the game will think about why Jalen Green suddenly can't play, and the league's punishment for the Rockets is not compliant, etc.;
As for the Rockets, it's just a group of potential boys, plus a lineup of some reasonable veterans, this style of play is not stable, and the viewing is not enough to shake the Lakers and Warriors. There are too many similarities in happiness, but there are also blessings in misfortune, at least the Rockets have found their offseason goal, which is the "contract extension problem".
The American media believes that the league will be more eager for the Lakers and Lakers to enter the play-offs, which will bring changes to tickets and ratings, and the Rockets are naturally empty, so it is understandable why the referee's blowing penalties are so targeted in recent games. Although the Rockets missed the playoffs this season, at least Udoka completed his first season mission after joining the Rockets, and he twisted the team into a rope, and when Eason and Adams return next season, the strength of the Rockets roster should not be underestimated.
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