Before the upcoming trade deadline, the Houston Rockets unexpectedly reached a 4-for-1 deal with the Memphis Grizzlies, sending Oladipo and three future second-round picks in exchange for Memphis Grizzlies center Steven Adams. The trade may not seem spectacular at first, as the Rockets are currently at a critical juncture in their quest for playoff qualification, and how does it help the team to get Adams, who was reimbursed for the season due to injury? The reason why the Rockets are aggressive about this deal is because of the positive impact that Adams will have on the team over the next three years.
Known throughout his career as a rebounding player, Adams will inject a tough defensive style into the Rockets on the defensive end and improve the team's rebounding prowess, while also serving as a mentor to young player Shin Kyung. The 21-year-old is in desperate need of mentorship from a veteran like Adams, who could become one of the league's top centers in the future if he can learn from him. Looking back at Alexander, who worked with Paul during the Thunder period, through the growth of the past few years, Alexander is now a top guard in the league.
Adams' arrival has been favored by the Rockets as a team, and head coach Udoka said in an interview that Adams is different from other veterans on the team, he has worked very successfully with many stars, and we are happy to have him. Dillon Brooks also believes that Adams knows how to rebound, and his selfless dedication will bring unusual energy to the team, and he will make an important contribution to the rise of the Rockets.
Adams' on-court performance was truly exhilarating. On the field, he played an indispensable role in completing all kinds of dirty work for the team in obscurity. He always does his best whenever the team needs it. Rockets center Shin Kyung expressed his expectations for his new teammate Adams in an interview. Shin Kyung believes that the confrontation with Adams will benefit him greatly in the long run. Shin Kyung said: "I need to train with him. I've worked with a lot of players since I came here and that has made me stronger. Adams has worked with a lot of great players and I'm sure he's going to teach me a lot when he's here. ”
Although Adams has not yet trained with the Rockets due to injury and has not had the opportunity to pass on his experience to Shin, Shin has already seen Adams as a mentor. Shin believes Adams will teach him a lot that will help him become a better center. It's a beautiful expectation, and it's the real purpose of the Rockets trading Adams.
So far this season, Shin Kyung has averaged 21 per game7 points, 93 rebounds, 51 assist, 12 steals and 07 blocks and a shooting percentage of 544% and 72 free throw percentage4%。Although he has just entered the third season of his career, the little fire dragon has already shown an all-round center style with an average of 21+9+5 per game, and it can be said that the future is promising! Although he was not selected to this year's Indiana All-Star team, with his current abilities and humble learning attitude, he is sure to become a true All-Star center in the future. Let's wait and see!