Have you caught your breath yet?
After a blockbuster trade, key free-agent signings, and many praises for general manager Rafael Stone, the Houston Rockets’ 2025 offseason is mostly complete. They might soon trade fringe rotation players like Cam Whitmore and Jock Landale. Head coach Ime Udoka now has a roster including 15-time All-Star Kevin Durant, floor leader Fred VanVleet, five members of the ‘Core 7,’ and three potential bench contributors: Dorian Finney-Smith, Steven Adams, and Clint Capela—all expected to see minutes next season, with some still aspiring for NBA success.
The situation creates a juggling act for Udoka, whose minutes management in October and November could change significantly in April, May and possibly even June.