2023-04-29 15:58:05
Things are happening behind the scenes in Houston. After recently placing Ime Udoka on their bench, the Rockets are considering the possibility of a trade involving Jalen Green with a view to recovering a superstar. We take stock of these speculations, which remain purely hypothetical for the time being.
Houston’s board hasn’t stopped since the end of the sports season. After appointing Ime Udoka as head of the team, there are various trade rumors appearing in Texas. The latest would involve Jalen Green. For his second year in the NBA, JG embodies the galloping youth of Houston. With 22 points, 3 assists and 3 rebounds on average, he is clearly one of the best players in the squad and might be a great value in the context of a trade to welcome a superstar. These hallway noises come from comments made between the management of the Rockets and the candidates for the position of coach.
And suddenly, who would come to Houston? Some rumors speak of a return of James Harden to the fold this summer or a possible arrival of Khris Middleton following the failure of the Bucks in the first round of the Playoffs. Information that must obviously be taken with tweezers because many elements are to be taken into account.
Starting with the Draft NBA. With a 14% chance of receiving Victor Wembanyama the first draft pick in the lottery, Houston is one of the three franchises (along with the Pistons and the Spurs) that therefore have the best chance of hitting the jackpot. An obviously decisive parameter for the next negotiations. A possible arrival of Wemby would change everything.
Pistons : 14%
Spurs : 14%
Rockets : 14%
Hornets : 12,5%
Blazers : 10,5%
Magic : 9%
Wizards : 6,8%
Pacers : 6,7%
Jazz : 4,5%
Mavericks : 3%
Thunder : 1,8%
Bulls : 1,7%
Raptors : 1%
Pelicans : 0,5%See you on May 16 #Lottery https://t.co/MAyYsb3VSR
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Once the lottery has been mentioned, it will also be necessary to look at the philly course and therefore Harden in these Playoffs. Opposed to the Celtics, the outcome of the series might decide the future desires of the most famous bearded guy in the league. In the event of going off the road, the Houston track might take on more body. But we are not there yet.
What d’Hudoka ? What does the technician want to set up? Rather a system in tandem with two stars like in Boston or rather continue a reconstruction around Smith Jr, Green and Sengun hoping to nab a big pick in addition? The question is asked and will depend once once more on the draft even if rumors in the hallway may suggest that the first option might be prioritized.
Finally, regarding a possible arrival of Chris Middleton, the Berezina experienced by the Bucks might totally redistribute the cards and involve a major cleaning in Milwaukee. It remains to be seen whether, in Wisconsin, we want to change everything to get a better start or if we continue to trust the same lieutenants to support Giannis Antetokounmpo. The question still remains.
As you will have understood, these trade rumors are somewhat early but remain very interesting in the strategic choices offering itself to the various franchises. Everyone discreetly places their pawns for next season. The lottery and then the Draft will obviously be decisive moments for the future of Houston and Jalen Green. For the moment it is still too early, but the first elements of reflection are on the table. The architects have a job!
Rumor sources: RealGM
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