I'm just going to enjoy the 2026 NBA Playoffs for what it is. Rockets can hopefully advance past the first round.
Reed Sheppard looks like a bigger, stronger and more athletic Mark Price. Who was a very good 4x NBA all-star.
A lot to like about the Rockets young talent. Sengun, Amen Thompson, Reed Sheppard and also Jabari Smith Jr.
Always a chance Kevin Durant will dominate in the playoffs. If he does they'll compete against OKC or San Antonio in the 2nd round.
If the playoffs started today it would be the 3rd seed Rockets vs. the 6th seed Lakers. Probably the matchup that is best for Houston.
Not having Steven Adams (toughness + elite rebounding) and Fred VanVleet (leadership + ball handling) is a huge loss but we'll see.
The Houston Rockets have been the most inconsistent team all season long. Amazing that they're even in position for the 3rd seed.