The Rockets won the preseason game against the Spurs with an overwhelming performance, especially in the second quarter, when the Rockets' second team played a wave of 37-18 climax to seal the game in one fell swoop. The Rockets' rebounding prowess was on full display in this game, especially the bench lineup consisting of Adams, Amen and Eason, who acted like beasts in the rebounding battle, and the opponent felt suffocated by the tight pressing on the defensive end. By halftime, the Rockets had grabbed 33 rebounds, a full 20 ahead of the Spurs, which also set the stage for the team's victory.
Jalen · Green's performance was quite dramatic. His form in the first quarter was reminiscent of last season's slump, but in the second quarter he quickly regained his touch, hitting several three-pointers in a row, and he shot 8-of-16 from the game to finish with a game-high 30 points, including 7-of-13 three-pointers, showing his strong scoring ability. This performance not only boosted his self-confidence, but also injected more energy into the team.
Shin continued to play his role as a "anchor" in the game, scoring 21 points and 10 rebounds on 9-of-12 shooting, showing his dominance on both ends of the floor. Amen's performance was equally pleasant, scoring 18 points on 7-of-12 shooting, showcasing his versatility on the offensive end, including mid-range shooting and consistent three-point output. Smith Jr. also contributed well on both ends of the floor, scoring 11 points and nine rebounds on 5-of-8 shooting, helping the team stabilize the situation in key moments.
However, Shepard's performance was a little lackluster, scoring only 2 points on 1-of-4 shooting, failing to form an effective support for the team's offense. What's more noteworthy is that Whitmore's performance in this game could put him in danger of being on the verge of rotation and possibly even falling out of the team's regular rotation, which is undoubtedly bad news for him.
The Rockets showed strong teamwork and individual ability in this game, especially the excellent performance of the bench lineup, which makes the new season look forward to a lot. If the team can maintain this form, there will be more wins in the regular season. The performance of the Rockets' young players on the court also gives a glimpse of the endless possibilities, and they will be a force to be reckoned with in the coming season.