In their last game, the Rockets ended the season with a 116-105 win over the Clippers. They finished the tournament with a 41-41 record, which is a significant improvement from last season's 22-60. The Rockets have won 19 more games this season, the largest increase of any team this season and the second-largest achievement in a single season in Rockets history.
The outstanding performance of the Rockets is inseparable from the excellent leadership and careful guidance of Coach Udoka. According to a report by Rockets reporter Mark Berman, Coach Udoka is fully qualified to be one of the candidates for the Coach of the Season award due to his outstanding performance. His tactical set-up, his ability to adjust his players and his ability to adapt on the spot are widely recognized.
Over the past four seasons, the Rockets' performance has experienced significant ups and downs. The 2019-2020 season is 17-55, the 2020-2021 season is 20-62, and the 2021-2022 season is 22-60. However, in the 2022-2023 season, the Rockets' performance improved significantly, finishing the game with a 41-41 record, which was their first season-ending win rate of 50% in the last four seasons.
This progress is undoubtedly a huge leap forward for the Rockets with the combined efforts of management, coaching staff and players. Especially under the leadership of head coach Udoka, the team showed a stronger competitiveness and team spirit in the game. Their progress has not only improved the overall strength of the team, but also laid a solid foundation for future development.
It is worth mentioning that the Rockets' performance this season has also been widely praised by the media and fans. Many believe that the Rockets, under Coach Udoka, have embarked on the right path to rebuild and have shown promising potential.