Boom 42 7 3!Rocket newcomers are still being ignored?There is no other place to return to the team,

Boom 42 7 3!Rocket newcomers are still being ignored?There is no other place to return to the team, and Udoka has other plans

Speaking about this game, Rockets coach Udoka is clearly not very confident about the odds. Before the game, he urgently recalled the all-around rookie Amen Thompson of the Development League in an attempt to add color to the team's roster.

Amen Thompson is a second-round pick in the Rockets' draft this year, and his all-around performance can be used at the No. 1 to No. 3 positions. In the Development League, he averaged 186 points, 64 rebounds, 42 assists, 18 steals, 09 blocks, and the shooting rate is as high as 487% and a three-point shooting percentage of 403%。With such a performance, he can be called a favorite to be the MVP of the Development League.

The return of Amen Thompson has undoubtedly brought a lot of benefits to the Rockets. He can bring more variety and options to the team, whether it's to bench Harden at the point guard position or partner with Harden to form a two-gun combination, Amen Thompson can be at ease.

And his defensive ability should not be underestimated, with his ability to limit the opponent's outside players with speed and bounce, even in interior confrontations. The all-round player has undoubtedly become an ace for the Rockets.

However, in Udoka's recall, only Whitmore was snubbed. The small forward is a first-round pick in the Rockets' draft this year and has an amazing scoring prowess.

In college, he showed his ability to score as a scoring machine, averaging more than 20 points per game. With his height, reach, athleticism, and shooting skills, he is expected to be high, and some have even compared him to a young Durant.

However, Whitmore didn't get much of a chance with the Rockets and was sent directly to the Development League, and Udoka did not recall him before the game.

Whitmore has also excelled in the Development League, averaging 22 per game4 points, 56 rebounds, 28 assists, 12 steals, 07 blocks and a shooting percentage of 469%, and the three-point shooting percentage also reached 387%。His stats are among the best in the Development League and he is likewise considered one of the favourites for MVP.

Why didn't Udoka recall Whitmore?There may be several reasons for this: First, Whitmore's position is a small forward, and there are already many players competing for this position in the team, such as Battier, Ariza, Bacchus, etc., so he needs more opportunities to stand out

Secondly, Whitmore's evaluation before the draft was not high, and he was unexpectedly drafted, and there may be some injuries or personality issues, and finally, Whitmore's skills are not yet mature, especially in passing and defense, and he needs to polish his skills in the development league to adapt to the high-intensity games of the NBA.

Udoka says he plans to recall Whitmore late in the season to put him in contention for a place in the first team. Udoka saidWhitmore is our future and we have high hopes for him as he continues to improve in the Development League and we will give him the opportunity to showcase his talent in the first team at the right time."

This game is undoubtedly a test and an opportunity for the Rockets. Will they be able to upset the Spurs at home and give their opponents a taste of defeat?Will they be able to play more varied and firepower with the return of Amen Thompson?And for Whitmore, who was left out in the cold, can they give enough trust and attention?

This game is not only a test for the Rockets, but also an opportunity to prove their strength to the league. Whether or not they can beat the Spurs at home and be an important win this season will greatly boost the team's morale and confidence.

Udoka's recall shows his sense of urgency about the team's current situation. The addition of Amen Thompson will undoubtedly inject new blood into the team's offensive end, and his all-round performance will be a weapon for the Rockets in the game. The combination of the two guns will bring more threat to the Spurs' defense, and this is also a change that Udoka has high hopes for.

Whitmore's absence, meanwhile, has sparked doubts among fans. The highly-anticipated small forward, who clearly has a strong presence in the Development League, has still been denied a chance at the first team. Fans are starting to speculate whether Whitmore has some hidden talent or if he needs more time to get used to the high-intensity game in the NBA.

In his pre-match press conference, Udoka explained Whitmore's snub. He emphasized the team's confidence in Whitmore's future, while also revealing his plans to give Whitmore opportunities later in the season. Such a statement may be able to alleviate the concerns of some fans, but for the young player, he still needs to prove his quality through actual performances.

The game is about to kick off, and the fans' expectations for the Rockets are self-evident. They will be eager to see the team beat the Spurs in unusual fashion, under Udoka's strategy. This is not just a game, it is a declaration from the Rockets to the entire league: we have the quality to challenge any opponent, and we have the confidence to rise in the face of adversity.

Although the Spurs dominate the West with a strong record, the Rockets are not afraid. Udoka's on-the-spot deployment, Amen Thompson's all-round performance, and confidence in Whitmore's future will all be a powerful weapon for the team in this contest. Fans are expecting the Rockets to unleash a winning spree at home, bringing cheers and joy to the entire city.

After the match, regardless of the outcome, this battle of the spotlight will be a classic moment in the mouths of the fans.

Whether the Rockets can beat one of the best teams in the league will be their most important task this season. Let's look forward to seeing how this young and promising team shines in the battle for the top.