It may be surprising to see the Houston Rockets this high on the power rankings since they have been among the worst teams in the NBA over the last three years. The Rockets have won 59 games since the start of the 2020 campaign. On a positive note, the Rockets have improved their win total each of the last two years. Houston won 22 games in 2022-23, tying the San Antonio Spurs … [Read more...] about 2023-24 NBA Power Rankings Off-season Edition: No. 24 Houston Rockets
Every Western Conference Team’s Best Value Contract
Gauging the value of NBA contracts is complex. The value constantly changes based on player performance, league trends, and the fluctuating cap. Good value contracts are determined by the player’s impact exceeding their salary’s perceived impact. Additionally, good value contracts are far cheaper than players on the same level. Due to the league’s cap structure, oftentimes good … [Read more...] about Every Western Conference Team’s Best Value Contract
Every Western Conference Team’s Worst Value Contract
Gauging the value of NBA contracts is complex. The value of contracts is constantly changing based on player performance, league trends, and the fluctuating cap. The length of the agreement, the player’s overall impact, age, injury history, and how it compares to other contracts around the league. These are all important factors to consider when determining the value of … [Read more...] about Every Western Conference Team’s Worst Value Contract
Four Rising NBA Sophomores to Watch Next Season
Aside from offering a glimpse into this year’s talented rookie class, the 2023 Summer League allowed fans to witness some rising NBA sophomore’s development heading into the next season. Although plenty of players from the class of 2022 are looking to make the jump, four sophomores could make waves on their respective teams next year. Four Rising NBA Sophomores to Watch Next … [Read more...] about Four Rising NBA Sophomores to Watch Next Season
Cam Whitmore Named Summer League MVP
After a drop in his stock during the 2023 NBA Draft, Cam Whitmore proved the doubters wrong. The athletic wing dominated the NBA’s Summer League with the Houston Rockets and won MVP. Cam Whitmore Named Summer League MVP How did He Succeed? Scoring Whitmore scored the ball at an elite level, leading in total points with 116. He thrived in isolation situations, transition, and … [Read more...] about Cam Whitmore Named Summer League MVP