2016 Houston Rockets Pre-Season Thread - Preseason Finale vs Spurs

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From Jonathan Feigen:

In addition to Gary Payton II, Rockets have deals with Gonzaga F Kyle Wiltjer and Texas g Isaiah Taylor. All 3-yr deals, with team options.

 

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Good summary article here. Only think I don't really agree with is the GP2 think about him not being able to shoot, cause based on what I've heard about him beforehand, that's actually an asset of his.

http://www.thedreamshake.com/2016/6/24/12022748/rockets-nba-draft-reaction-grades

7'2" 218 though Unless they truly plan on putting at minimum 30 pounds on him, this pick is solely for Chinese dollars

 

[Retroballer]

I'm expecting zero from second round picks so I really can't get upset about any of the picks.

 

[polosanddunks]

I'm expecting zero from second round picks so I really can't get upset about any of the picks.

You can never sleep on 2nd round picks. Those are important too. Especially nowadays.

 

[bonafide hustla]

little should be expected from any of these picks. We have recent draft picks that aren't seeing any hardwood. If somebody emerges cool, if not, whatever.

I'm just glad the Bucks took Thon super high so I wouldn't be pissed about him being available at that pick we gave up to DEN

 

[Peep Game]

I'm expecting zero from second round picks so I really can't get upset about any of the picks.

You can never sleep on 2nd round picks. Those are important too. Especially nowadays.

This, though until the regular season starts and guys are actually in uniform, I'm willing to just fall back cause we know based on this team's history they could easily have drafted these guys to be traded

little should be expected from any of these picks. We have recent draft picks that aren't seeing any hardwood. If somebody emerges cool, if not, whatever.

I'm just glad the Bucks took Thon super high so I wouldn't be pissed about him being available at that pick we gave up to DEN

This too

 

[jewbacca2]

DM said they had two deals to move up, but both players were gone when the picks came up.

 

[polosanddunks]

DM said they had two deals to move up, but both players were gone when the picks came up.

Interesting

little should be expected from any of these picks. We have recent draft picks that aren't seeing any hardwood. If somebody emerges cool, if not, whatever.

I'm just glad the Bucks took Thon super high so I wouldn't be pissed about him being available at that pick we gave up to DEN

Even if Denver had took the 25-30 year old Thon I don't even think folks would be tripping but im just happy the humble dude getting his shine right now whether he turns out good or bust.

 

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25-30 year old Thon

 

[polosanddunks]

my African brothers straight from the land love pushing they ages back

 

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2 Articles detailing free agency. I'm very curious to who we pick up and who we either re-sign or let go. This has to be a rebound year, not a year to waste Harden's play. We also still need to plan for the 2017 season as well, cause that FA class is crazy.

http://houston.cbslocal.com/2016/06/29/mike-meltser-yay-or-nay-on-possible-rockets-free-agents/

http://www.houstonpress.com/news/10-players-the-houston-rockets-should-target-in-free-agency-8520016

 

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So have any of ya'll started panicking about FA yet, cause based on twitter and hearing about clutchfans, it's a total meltdown There's a lot of "we need to trade Harden and start all over" and "fire Morey and Les, they're driving this franchise into the ground" other stuff like that.

 

[Retroballer]

Well those people are stupid.

 

[polosanddunks]

If this doesnt work next season Morey def needs to go but other then that everything is cool. That was embarrassing having the legends and more come in for Bazemore and he ended up not even signing with us...clowns

Not surprised with Ryan Anderson cuz he been brought up quite a bit. Rockets gonna be letting it fly next season is the only good thing

 

[statis22]

Well what are your expectations?

 

[polosanddunks]

Well what are your expectations?

A high scoring offense

 

[Peep Game]

High scoring offense
An actual offensive system in general
Defense
Effort

We have quite a log jam at PF. Curious to who gets moved. Really want Beasley to have another go around, but I feel like he'll end up being the odd man out

 

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Summer League Roster:

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[j rain]

Beasley playing summer league should be entertaining.

 

[polosanddunks]

High scoring offense
An actual offensive system in general
Defense
Effort

We have quite a log jam at PF. Curious to who gets moved. Really want Beasley to have another go around, but I feel like he'll end up being the odd man out

I reallh hope Beasley comes back.

 

[Arthur Shelby]

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http://www.red94.net/saturdays-acquisitions-houston-rockets-now-team-beat/16439/

 

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A person with knowledge of the situation tells The Associated Press that the Houston Rockets have agreed to terms with Nene on a one-year, $2.9 million deal.

Nene Hilario [emoji]10004[/emoji] @NeneHilario42
I am honored to become part of the Houston Family!! [emoji]128074[/emoji] Thank you for the opportunity and LETS GO ROCKETS!!!
1:14 PM - 6 Jul 2016

The Rockets and Nene came to agreement on Wednesday to help the team address the departure of center Dwight Howard. The person spoke on condition of anonymity because the contract cannot be signed until Thursday.

Nene averaged 9.2 points and 4.6 rebounds in 57 games for the Washington Wizards last season. When healthy, the Brazilian remains a formidable presence in the paint who can give the offensive-minded Rockets some needed toughness.

Howard left after three tumultuous seasons in Houston to sign with his hometown Atlanta Hawks.

 

[statis22]

Congrats on Morey getting pretty much every guy he wanted in 2012.

 

[Peep Game]

Congrats on Morey getting pretty much every guy he wanted in 2012.

I was thinking about this earlier, all he needed was Pau