Houston Rockets 2021 Betting Preview & Predictions
The Houston Rockets finished with the worst record in the Western Conference at 17-55 last season. They traded James Harden to the Brooklyn Nets. This netted them the 2nd overall pick in 2021 NBA Draft.
Rafael Stone had an incredible NBA Draft this year. The Rockets selected future star Jalen Green, Alperen Sengun, Josh Christopher, and Usman Garuba. Kevin Porter Jr. was acquired in a trade with the Cleveland Cavaliers. John Wall will be traded to a team that is contending for a championship.
The Houston Rockets have one of the longest odds to win the NBA title this upcoming season. The team is rebuilding and looking for ways to cut salary. Houston has a lot of draft capital after making trades over the last season and will be more than happy to get a top-five pick in the lottery next season to land a star player.
Jalen Green is coming in with a chip on his shoulder and he will put the league on notice. He is the best player in the draft this year. Houston Rockets lack scoring power since the departure of James Harden.
Christian Wood averaged 21 points per game, 9.6 rebounds and 1.2 blocks in 41 games last season. He is a good option at the center position for your fantasy basketball team. Eric Gordon may be traded and reduced in minutes.
