[Picture search term]: The rocket lost to the sun, and the persistence and fighting spirit on the field.
Judging by the record, both the Rockets and the Suns are in desperate need of a win to change the landscape of the Western Conference standings. The Suns led at one point, but their record dropped from seventh to eighth in the West, giving the Rockets more chances to make the playoffs. This change in the rankings is not only a change in numbers, but also a redefinition of the future of the team.
The Rockets' persistence and fighting spirit are admirable, but the main reason for the defeat to the Suns is, I think, the overall strength and tactical arrangement of the team. The Suns have great players such as Booker and Eubanks, and their performances in the game once made it difficult for the Rockets to deal with. The Rockets, on the other hand, need to adjust their tactics more precisely to bring out the best in each player.
In addition, although the Suns' record this season is fifth in the Western Conference, there is a big gap between them and the fourth-ranked Clippers. With only 14 games left in the regular season, catching up is almost hopeless. It also leaves the Suns at risk of losing home-court advantage in the first round of the playoffs. Therefore, the Suns need to strengthen the team through trades and other means to cope with the next games.
Recently, it was reported that the Suns and Rockets could negotiate a 2-for-1 deal, and if the talks go well, defensive titan Tate could be parachuted into Houston. The deal is an opportunity for both teams, with the Suns building up their defense and the Rockets getting more draft picks or young players.
The Rockets' defeat to the Suns, although regrettable, also showed their persistence and fighting spirit. In the coming games, we expect the Rockets to adjust their tactics and play to their greater potential to bring us more exciting games. At the same time, we also expect the Suns to strengthen through trades and other means to present us with a more competitive NBA arena. Do you think the Rockets will have a chance to come back from defeat to win in future games?