The Rockets' actions this summer are really eye-catching! Before, they weren't very competitive in the free market, you say, who wants to run to a team that has lost three in a row? But yes, with the rise of this season, the Rockets seem to have regained their former glory, no, this time they are targeting a few big names, ready to fill the big hole in the basketball world.
The first to bear the brunt is the poaching of the Lakers' D'Antoni Russell. You say, this guy is quite glamorous with the Lakers, and his passing and three-point shooting in the playoffs are so handsome that he has no friends. But the rocket took a fancy to him, and he must have seen the stable aura and the ability to open up full firepower that he could bring. Rockets are coming really, and they want him to bring the little brothers and boost morale.
Then there's the Nets' Nicholas Claxton, the center big man, who has been up and down for the Nets this season, but his performance is still very bright. With 11.8 points, 10 rebounds, and a ghost on the defensive end, can the Rockets not be moved by such an interior fighter? Obviously, the Rockets hope to strengthen the interior through him and build an unshakable fortress under the basket.
Don't think that's all, there's the veteran Gordon Hayward and the promising Miles Bridges. Although Hayward is no longer as brave as he used to be, and injuries have dimmed his shine a little, his experience and consistent output on the court are simply timely for a young team like the Rockets. As for Bridges, needless to say, this young man's performance in the Hornets is put there, where is the average of 21 points per game, who is not impressed?
Overall, the Rockets' free market strategy this time can be said to be a must-win. They're not just making up for their shortcomings, they're building a whole new rocket. Presumably, they will surprise us more in the coming season.
However, it is really difficult to say what the transfer game is, after all, every player's situation is different, and the market fluctuations are unpredictable. Whether D'Anthony Russell and Nicolas Claxton can wear the Rockets' jerseys depends on the next negotiations and their personal choices. But one thing is for sure, the Rockets' determination and ambition are definitely determined to make their mark in the league again.