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Where Will The Rockets' Flexibility Come From?

The Rockets had fully committed to small ball before the NBA season was suspended. James Harden and especially Russell Westbrook were unleashed with Robert Covington at center, winning seven of their first nine games playing microball before losing four of their next five. Houston has obviously not been afraid to tinker with the roster over the last four seasons, first by trading for Chris Paul, then by sending him to OKC for Westbrook. All the while, it’s still unclear if Houston is a top-tier title contender. The Rockets slot behind at least the Lakers and Clippers in the West.