The draft pick was revealed two days later, and the Rockets had a chance to draw the top pick, planning to trade 2 lottery picks for the future
Are you ready? Just two days later, the Rockets will have the opportunity to swagger into the NBA draft lottery room, where they will not only have a chance to win the first pick, but also plan to make a big deal with two lottery picks in exchange for hope for the future! It really makes people admire the courage and vision of Team Rocket.
That being said, the Rockets' season has been full of drama, with two rookies, Amen Thompson and Whitmore, playing pretty well, almost exceeding their overall expectations. There are also Jabari Smith and Shin Jing, two lads who are also working hard to improve and bring new energy to the Rockets. Even so, the Rockets still haven't made the play-offs this year, and it seems that their team will have to grind in again.
Now, with two lottery picks in hand, the Rockets are really the winners in life, but they have bigger plans. The Nets' defeat turned into a boon for the Rockets, and no, it's one more lotto pick. It can be seen that when you are lucky, you can even plug your teeth with water.
However, the Rockets' goal is not just to take these two picks and select them directly, they think further. Team management has made it clear that they are inclined to trade these picks in exchange for future assets. It means that their current lineup is already very young, and adding new people will not have a chance to let them all show their strength, so it is better to change some future chips, smart, right?
Of course, this strategy is risky. In case the assets traded do not have the expected effect, then wouldn't Team Rocket just lose his wife and lose his soldiers? But if it works out, it could be a deal that will continue to benefit the Rockets for years to come.
Moreover, these moves of the Rockets are not just about draft picks. They have several role players whose contracts are expiring, and players like Tate, Holiday Jr., and Landale could be chips in the trade market. The Rockets are ready to make a big move in the offseason, whether through draft picks or player trades.
So, Team Rocket fans, are you ready? Your team may be standing at a new starting point. The next two days will likely determine the fate of the Rockets for years to come. Regardless of the outcome, we look forward to seeing how the Rockets find their way in this volatile NBA.
What do you think, do you support the Rockets' bold strategy? Or have a better suggestion? Welcome to leave a message in the comment area to discuss, let's look forward to the future of Team Rocket!