The Houston Rockets are hard-capped financially, which has hindered General Manager Daryl Morey from being able to make significant moves during the 2019-20 season. Technically Morey has the ability to make acquisitions, but it would put the Rockets over the tax apron, and owner Tilman Fertitta has made it known how he feels about paying the luxury tax.
But based on the Rockets’ payroll, Fertitta may not be able to get his wish this season. According to Spotrac, the Rockets total salaries add upto $133,375,331 and the NBA’s luxury tax threshold is $132,627,000.