It’s back to work for our team Houston Rockets’ fans!
Let’s hope they used the valuable time off to sort out all the issues this team has been having at winning basketball games!
The expected trade deadline excitement was rather bland as the Rockets shipped Donatas Motienjunas andMarcus Thorntonto the Detroit Pistons in exchange forJoel Anthonyand a first-round pick. The team then sent Anthony to the Philadephia 76ers along with a second-round pick that they acquired via theTy Lawsontrade.
It’s tough to see D-Mo go but this was something I had a feeling was in the works and I hope he latches on with the guys in Motown and excels.
The Suns traded away troublesome forwardMarkieff Morristo the Washington Wizards in exchange for a first-round pick,DeJuan BlairandKris Humphries.
This deal wasn’t expected to give an immediate boost to the team but to set the table for the future.
They’re still a horrible team and the Rockets should have no problem and defeating them tonight.
Key word: SHOULD.
So who’s leading the charge for the Suns?
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Brandon Knightis the leading scorer (19.7 PPG) and assist man (5.1 APG) and steals king (1.29 SPG).Tyson Chandleris the top board-getter (8.5 RPG) andOrlando Johnsonis the top shot-blocker (1.50 BPG).
Let’s talk about what the Suns do well.
They don’t too much all that well with the immense amount of injuries they’re suffering from but here’s a few tidbits:
They thrive to have the ball in their hands.The Suns are ranked 5th in the NBA as far as PACE, averaging 100.1 possessions per game.
They’re decent at rebounding the ball defensively.The Suns are ranked 12th in defensive rebound rate (76.5).
Injuries:
Terrence Joneswas involved in a car accident Feb. 3, and as a result, has been out since then. He had been diagnosed with a concussion and is still going through concussion protocol. He did not travel with the team — but practiced yesterday — so his status is likely DOUBTFUL.
Sam Dekkerhad back surgery back in Novemberbut the 2015 first-round pick seems to be edging closer to a return.He participated in his first full-contact practicesince the injury this past Wednesday. His return is imminent but whether he starts with the Vipers or directly on the roster because of the two slots that were vacated as a result of yesterday’s trade, remains to be seen.
Brandon Knightis still reeling from his groin injuryand is taking it slowly day-by-day. There’s no timetable for his return and he’ll definitely be OUT tonight.
Newly-acquired Suns forwardKris Humphrieshas been apparently suffering from an illness— if it’s not one thing it’s another — so his status with his now-7th NBA team is likelyQUESTIONABLEpending a physical.
Sources: Jenny Dial Creech/Jonathan Feigen of the Houston Chronicle, Calvin Watkins of ESPN.com, Mark J. Spears of Yahoo Sports and Paul Coro of the Arizona Republic.
Next:What REALLY Happened With The Rockets At Trade Deadline?
Three Things to Watch:
- Patrick Beverleyvs.Archie Goodwin
- Dwight Howardvs.Tyson Chandler
- How many minutes will the bench get tonight?
Prediction:
110-99in aRockets’win!
The Rockets continue their road trip to take on theSunsatTalking Stick Resort Arena.
Tip-off is scheduled for8:30 p.m. CST.
The game will be televised onROOT Sports Southwestand broadcast onSportsTalk 790 AM (KBME)andLa Ranchera 850 AM (KEYH) in Spanish.
Go Rockets!
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