The Houston Rockets Thread

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Thomas Robinson unveiled in a Rockets jersey. I wish the best for him as the Rockets traded for potential. With the Kings, he saw some minutes at the C spot but he is really a power forward.

I hope he won't steal Motiejunas' minutes that he's earning lately. Rockets should play this guy as 5

[durden_tyler]

I hope he won't steal Motiejunas' minutes that he's earning lately. Rockets should play this guy as 5

Well, he won't steal Asik's minutes so good luck with that. If he plays even half his potential this year then it's definitely bye bye to Motiejunas as the latter gets bumped out of the rotatoin.

[Straight forward]

Well, he won't steal Asik's minutes so good luck with that. If he plays even half his potential this year then it's definitely bye bye to Motiejunas as the latter gets bumped out of the rotatoin.

From what I've seen he's an athletic freak, but basically only one trick ponny. At this point Motiejunas' potential might be transcendent compared.

[durden_tyler]

From what I've seen he's an athletic freak, but basically only one trick ponny. At this point Motiejunas' potential might be transcendent compared.

We'll see. There's a reason why he's a Top 5 pick though. Motiejunas can back-up both positions anyway i still think over the long run he gets to average those 20 min per game regularly as a back-up.

[CKR13]

I hope he won't steal Motiejunas' minutes that he's earning lately. Rockets should play this guy as 5

McHale will re-instill minutes to accommodate the acquisition of Robinson but they did good by trading away a logjam in the front-court with Patterson, Aldrich out of the way.

From what I've seen he's an athletic freak, but basically only one trick ponny. At this point Motiejunas' potential might be transcendent compared.

Plus Motiejunas has the perimeter shooting that Robinson has had trouble in his rookie year. I saw to or three instances of Motiejunas setting a quick screen and pedaling into shoot reflex as Lin or Harden goes for a hard drive. In that ball reversal situation, Motiejunas gets easy looks for shots. This is where Robinson will struggle as his shooting percentage is dim above the 10ft mark.

Robinson had trouble when we gave him instances of isolation in the low block. He faces up and forces the action; most of the time resulting into a turnover. Robinson got his points and rebounds with the Kings through cleaning the boards as he rarely gets a setup pass from the other four.

In McHale's high point entry dribble drive instances, Motiejunas is faring better. His confidence is cumulative with his increasing minutes. While for Robinson, Rockets did not have someone this athletic since Stromile Swift. Robinson will get some alley-oops if he times his screens.

[durden_tyler]

Plus Motiejunas has the perimeter shooting that Robinson has had trouble in his rookie year. I saw to or three instances of Motiejunas setting a quick screen and pedaling into shoot reflex as Lin or Harden goes for a hard drive. In that ball reversal situation, Motiejunas gets easy looks for shots. This is where Robinson will struggle as his shooting percentage is dim above the 10ft mark.

Robinson had trouble when we gave him instances of isolation in the low block. He faces up and forces the action; most of the time resulting into a turnover. Robinson got his points and rebounds with the Kings through cleaning the boards as he rarely gets a setup pass from the other four.

In McHale's high point entry dribble drive instances, Motiejunas is faring better. His confidence is cumulative with his increasing minutes. While for Robinson, Rockets did not have someone this athletic since Stromile Swift. Robinson will get some alley-oops if he times his screens.

True skill set favors Motiejunas*right now. But at best he's an effective 6th man and isn't really a starter material. Not saying that Robinson will be an instant starter this year but they like his potential right now. And with a growing team like the Rockets, they have time to wait on him.

Also, how disappointed are you with this cash-saving, head-scratching trade deal from Sacramento? Looks like the new owners had a hand on this?

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The Houston Rockets are bringing back Aaron Brooks.

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The Houston Rockets and general manager Daryl Morey have agreed to a four-year contract extension.

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James Harden lifts the Rockets over their Texas rivals, the San Antonio Spurs by hitting a jumper with 0:04 remaining in the fourth quarter. Rockets win 96-95.

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Playoff time for the young Houston Rockets. Acquiring James Harden put them into a playoff bound team.



Jeremy Lin will also generate some headlines. Maybe Linsanity could rise in the post-season.

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Jeremy Lin is doubtful for game 3.

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Harden's almost flu game.

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Good read on Jeremy Lin's summer plans. Essentially working out his overall game.

Jeremy Lin 1-on-1: Tough playoff aftertaste motivates him

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Also, it is reported that the Rockets will not pick up the team option for veteran guard / forward Francisco Garcia for the 2013-14 NBA season.

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CBSSports reported that Los Angeles Lakers star Dwight Howard is open to the idea of signing with Houston.