The Mavericks' magical comeback in the final moments was really stunning, and the Rockets couldn't hold on to the victory despite their efforts. In this game, the performance of the Rockets is actually not bad, you look at the three-point shot, it is even more accurate than the Mavericks, the shooting rate is close to 50%, this data is quite eye-catching anywhere. But that's it, the rocket still lost, why? Don't worry, let's analyze it slowly.
First of all, the Mavericks' shooting percentage is higher than that of the Rockets, which is very crucial. In addition, the Mavericks are better at creating damage, which can be seen in the number of free throws alone. At many points in the game, the Mavericks made fouls for the Rockets through constant offense, and then relied on solid free throw shooting to close the gap and finally complete the comeback. This has to be said to be a strategic success.
Rockets fans have mixed emotions about the loss in this game. On the one hand, they still gave credit for the team's performance, after all, the team's shooting percentage and three-point shooting performance are very good. But on the other hand, they were also a little disappointed because the Rockets didn't handle the key moments of the game well enough, especially the lack of foul strategy in the final moments, giving the Mavericks a chance to complete the comeback with a three-point shot, which made people feel a little "crying and laughing".
When it comes to the Rockets' players, Van Jordan's performance is a bit confusing. A lot of people are debating whether he really deserves that high rating, and where are his personal accolades? In the early days, Rockets fans were hopeful that he could lead the team to the playoffs. However, the shift from a winning streak to a losing streak seems to indicate that the Rockets are missing something.
And when it comes to Irving, we have to mention his different performances in different teams. During his days with the Nets, his form was like a rollercoaster ride, but after leaving the Nets, he seems to be back in form, which makes one wonder, what is the problem? Irving's performance on the court proves that he is absolutely capable of being a strong support for the team, and as long as he plays well, he is invincible.
Then there's a look at the Rockets' young players, such as Green and Smith, whose performances were also a focus of the game. They've all shown their talent, but obviously, they still need time to grow, because not everyone can show the superstar style of Doncic on their debut.
Some of the Rockets' tactical options in this game have also been hotly debated. For example, in the final moments of the game, when the Rockets led by three points, Smith missed two free throws, which makes it difficult to understand why he didn't choose to foul early and let the Mavericks go to the free throws. It's ironic that such a decision turns a win into a loss.
Still, Team Rocket fans are hopeful about the future. They believe that this defeat is just a small episode, and next season, the Rockets will be even stronger. After all, the team is still young and there is time to grow and improve.
Overall, this game is not just a simple matter of winning or losing, it is more like a mirror of the current state and future possibilities of the Rockets. While there may be some challenges in the short term, with the right handling, the future Rockets are sure to be even better. The second voice of the fans is not only a summary of this game, but also an expectation for the future. Let's look forward to how the Rockets will perform in the future!