As the Houston Rockets enter the season, one of their biggest weapons is the versatility of their rotation, and, with a number of players approaching or exceeding the 7-foot threshold, their height could prove be a serious advantage in various matchups throughout the course of the season.
Now, as they prepare to face the Oklahoma City Thunder in the opening game of the NBA season, it has been announced that Steven Adams will be starting, meaning the infamous double-big will make its first appearance in the team's very first game of the season.
Udoka says Steven Adams will start vs OKC on opening night.