Today, the Rockets lost 129-132 to the Pacers. It may be seen that at the critical moment of the game, the Rockets performed positively, but in the end, they couldn't grasp the key ball and unfortunately lost.
Amen Thompson played well in the game, his personal data was quite gorgeous, with 13 points, 13 rebounds, 6 assists and 3 blocks, and his defensive awareness and physical talent were fully displayed.
From the perspective of the team's growth and hope, although the Rockets lost, they showed the growth and potential of the team. The improvement of young players, the improvement of tactical execution, and the confrontation in key moments all bode well for the future competitiveness of the team.
The main reason for the defeat is that although the team has performed efficiently, it still loses due to factors such as overall coordination, insufficient defensive intensity, improper handling of key balls or the opposing team's targeted defensive strategy.
The Pacers have the advantage in interior defense, rebounding contention, or offensive efficiency to seize opportunities to seal the win.
While the game was a heart-wrenching loss, it provided valuable lessons for the Rockets to adjust their strategy, strengthen their weak points, and continue to improve their teamwork in the upcoming games.
In addition, the absence of Tari Eason and Van Jordan directly led to the incompleteness of the Rockets' defensive system, and I believe that with the arrival of the All-Star Game and the return of Ethan, the Rockets' defense will definitely rise again.