Although this draft is a young year, it is very important for the Rockets. After winning the second show last year, they have the opportunity to continue to hit the top three. Rockets, Magic and Pistons all have a 14% chance of winning the first prize.
The top three are basically occupied by three potential insiders, namely Chet Holmgren, jabari Smith and Paul Banchero.
According to EPSN's prediction, the Rockets' first choice should be Chet Holmgren. At present, this team is too lacking in talent, and at the same time, it does not have enough offensive sports ability and height advantage. The Rockets are the team that loses the most points inside, so they must strengthen their frontcourt strength through the draft.
ESPN believes that each of the three insiders has its own advantages, and it is an ideal result for the Rockets to get anyone. Smith's shooting ability and perimeter defense are good, and Banchero can create shooting opportunities, pass and finish well. Chet is the most talented player. He is strong enough to protect the frame, with both height and mobility. He can block 5.3 shots in 40 minutes on average, which can immediately solve the defensive dilemma of the Rockets.
At the same time, Chet seems to be an ideal candidate who is more suitable for the future core of the Rockets, Green, because he can open up space in the attack (39% shooting from 3 points) and finish the end at the basket (74% shooting from 2 points).
At the same time, Chet is also very suitable to form a twin-tower partner with Shen Jing, who is a good offensive player. More importantly, Chet's arrival can help the Rockets build a winning culture. He can play team basketball, which brings great lack of tenacity and selflessness to the team.
In addition, ESPN mentioned that if the Rockets unfortunately didn't get the top three draft picks, they should consider Jaden Ivey or kevin keegan Murray. After all, the probability of getting the first three picks is 40%, and the probability of getting the 4-5 pick is 60%. ...
Choosing Ivey is a good result. He (model Mitchell) can form the most powerful backcourt in NBA with Jay Green. Only in this way will the Rockets continue to train Porter Jr. ..
Which promising rookie do you want the Rockets to choose in the draft?