Stone spelled! The Rockets sent 4 first-rounders, and the management regarded Big Joe as not for sale!
On February 1 in Beijing, Houston lost 99-110 to the Pelicans in a crucial victory. Jalen Green continued his high efficiency, scoring 31 points, four rebounds, three blocks, and two blocks. Jalen Green has 29 in his last five games8 points 72 rebounds 38 assists 16 blocks, his shot was 535%, 3 points is 355%, and 935% of free throws. Jalen Green is a little earlier this season than last season. However, in the last five rounds, the Rockets have only achieved a 2-3 score, which is not ideal.
A week before the deadline, according to Shams, the Rockets wanted to sign Bridges, and they offered 4 first-round + 2 exchanges + expiring contracts in exchange, but were rejected by the Nets' managers. These four first-round picks include the Nets' two first-round picks in 2024 and 2026, as well as Houston's first-round picks in 2028 and 2030. The two exchanges are also based on the Nets' right to swap between 2025 and 2027. This means that the Rockets will return half of what the Nets got in exchange for Harden.
There is news that the Rockets want an All-Star-caliber star, and they are ready to trade Whitmore and Thompson in exchange. Even if they can't get an All-Star caliber player, they will choose to trade a contract that is coming to an end for a centre-back or mid-range shooter. Landale received $800 in wages this season, Oladipo received $9.5 million, Jeff received $9 million and Tate received $6.5 million. The Rockets have gotten a big buck, and they have four first-round picks. Now, the Rockets are 11th, 22-25 in the West.