This was supposed to be easy. | Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images The Stealth Development Concern? Jabari Smith was supposed to be the easy early first round pick. Unlike the mercurial and erratic thrills of Jalen Green, the obvious talent, but difficult to classify role of Amen Thompson, and the “favorable comps to Point Gods but, but,” outlook of Reed Sheppard, Jabari Smith … [Read more...] about Rockets 2024-2025 player previews: Jabari Smith Jr.
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Sheppard did not appear rattled. Even on his first defensive possession, when Jazz guard Jordan Clarkson went at him one-on-one, Sheppard came up with the strip. Offensively, he effectively maneuvered around screens to mid-range shots against the Thunder, showing few signs of the rookie nerves he said he felt at first in Salt Lake City. “It’s the NBA. I’ve never played in the … [Read more...] about
Fred VanVleet: Best hoops I’ve ever seen all time great run 2019 Raptors Kawhi was special. 30.5 PPG9.1 REB3.9 APG1.7 SPG On 49/38/88 shooting splits (62% TS) Just one of the more complete players in NBA history. pic.twitter.com/Im8fxZ32vr — 𝙖𝙧𝙠𝙖𝙖 (@arkaavs) October 11, 2024 … [Read more...] about
Southwest Notes: Eason, Wembanyama, Paul, Irving, Ingram
After a promising rookie season in which he played all 82 games, Rockets forward Tari Eason played just 22 times in his sophomore season due to a leg injury. Now, Eason is reestablishing his value this preseason, Jonathan Feigen of Houston Chronicle writes. Eason, when healthy, is an integral part of the Rockets’ present and future. A strong defensive-minded wing, he holds … [Read more...] about Southwest Notes: Eason, Wembanyama, Paul, Irving, Ingram
How Hakeem Olajuwon reformed himself, then reshaped the NBA
Mirin Fader's 'Dream' explores decades of untold tales on the Houston Rockets' legend. … [Read more...] about How Hakeem Olajuwon reformed himself, then reshaped the NBA