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Rockets general manager Stone's operation can be called "god-level performance". He completed 8 transactions and contracts within 15 days, completely reshaping the lineup framework.

The most important deal is to exchange Kevin Durant for the Suns for Kevin Durant for the inability to play key goals in the playoffs last season.

After Durant joined, the average height of the starting five Rockets soared to 2.03 meters: Van Vreet controlled the field, Amen Thompson locked the outside, Durant focused on the end, Jabbarri Smith opened the space, Shen Jing supported the situation at a low post, and there were no blind spots on both ends of the offense and defense.

contract renewal operation is also very careful: Smith Jr. locks in the future core with 122 million yuan in five years, Adams stays at the team for 39 million yuan in three years, and Van Vreet takes the initiative to cut his salary and re-sign 50 million yuan in two years, freeing up nearly 20 million yuan in salary space for the team.

The inside lineup is supplemented by Capela (21.5 million in 3 years) and the forward lineup signed Finney Smith (53 million in 4 years), and the bench is stockpiling strong players such as Ethan, Holiday, Shepard, etc., and the 16-man roster is in the deep championship league.

Cut old and exchange new! In order to optimize the lineup when the defensive upgrade was in progress, the Rockets cut off edge guard Williams (averages only 3 points per game last season) and quickly signed the draft pick Cameron Matthews.

The NCAA Mississippi State University team history steal king has been selected as the SEC's best defensive team for two consecutive years. The 2.01m tall and 106kg body shape is perfectly adapted to Uduka's unlimited defense system.

If his training camp contract is converted to formality, it will become the new answer for the Rockets' outside defense.

Death Five Front Line Twin Towers Tactics: Uduka's Ultimate Arsenal

Head coach Uduka's tactical board for the new season is full of imagination.

He plans to frequently use the "Death Five Front Line" lineup: Amen Thompson, Ethan, Durant, Jabary Smith and Shinkyung (or Adams). This combination has an average height of more than 2.01 meters, unlimited switching ability and rebounding advantage.

If Shen Jing loses his defense, Finney Smith can replace him at any time to ensure that the defense intensity is not downshifted.

The inside rotation is more oppressive. Shin Kyung, Adams and Capela form a "rebound monster team". The three of them averaged more than 10 rebounds per game last season, helping the Rockets rebound efficiency first in the league.

When playing against the Warriors in the playoffs, Shin Kyung and Adams' "two tower combination" showed their power, and they will get more simultaneous appearance time in the new season, using the high degree to suppress the opponent's penalty area. Although Capela faces compression of playing time, she is always on standby to fill the gap in the inside.

Van Jordan's Battle of Redemption

The only hidden danger to the Rockets is the point guard depth.

Although Van Vritte renewed his contract to stay in the team, his height of 1.83 meters is likely to become a defensive loophole. He has been "top" and worked alone when he was lagging behind many times last season, destroying the team's offensive rhythm.

The team had hoped to introduce Paul to strengthen his organizational capabilities, and Paul insisted on starting position and conflicted with the Rockets' planning with Van Vreet as the core.

At present, Amen Thompson is changing to play as a shooting guard, Shepard has not adapted to the NBA rhythm, and Van Vreet must prove that he can restrain his offensive desire and focus on organization and defense.

Rockets' sentiment card vs. Clippers' realistic card

The news that Durant personally recruited Paul has sparked heated discussions. The Rockets offered a quote above the basic salary, hoping that he would serve as a young guard mentor.

Paul insists on starting role, which is inconsistent with the Rockets' positioning.

The latest development is that Paul prefers to join the Clippers. The Clippers make room for the backcourt by trading Powell, willing to provide veterans with basic salary, and Los Angeles' geographical location meets their family reunion needs.

If Paul finally chooses the Clippers, he will partner with Harden in the backcourt and needs to be placed on the bench.

The Bucks turned to a pragmatic choice: aiming at Cole Anthony, who was sent to the Grizzlies by Magic.

Although this first-round pick is not a top point guard, he can fill the Bucks' backcourt depth at a low price, which is in line with the team's "lifting up the gaps and strengthening" strategy.

came to Houston just to win!

Durant's attitude was clear in recent interviews: "My only goal when I came to the Rockets is to win. Although I already have two rings, I want to challenge the peak again."

His leadership value is not only reflected in the arena, but also activated the Rockets' commercial potential. His jersey pre-sale volume broke the team's history record in a single day, ticket prices soared by 30%, and sponsors rushed to advertise.

Jeff Green worked with Durant for the third time to become a locker room lubricant, helping young players adapt to ball rights distribution. The Rockets jumped to the top three,

NBA's official combat power list ranked the Rockets third in the Western Conference, second only to the Thunder and the Nuggets.

U.S. media analysts believe that the Rockets' unlimited defense switching system can effectively limit the Thunder's young core, and the depth of the inside can compete with the Nuggets led by Jokic.

Lakers, Warriors and other opponents have reassessed the Rockets' threat. If the Clippers successfully introduce Paul and Bill (potential target), they will form the three giants "Harden, Bill, and Leonard", and the competition with the Rockets will be further strengthened.