Houston Rockets vs. Oklahoma City Thunder
Date and Time: October 22, 2021 Friday (7:00 pm. ET)
Venue: Toyota Center
Prediction: Houston Rockets
Bookmaker: 1xbet
The Rockets’ home opener of the 2021-22 season will see Kevin Porter Jr., Christian Wood, and Houston’s top draft pick, Jalen Green, squaring up with the Thunder. The Thunder starters are Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Chris Paul, Steven Adams, Danilo Gallinari, and Terrance Ferguson.
Oklahoma City Thunder will be at or near the bottom of the league. It’s the second year of an all-out rebuild, and last year, the Thunder ended with the fifth-worst record in the NBA. When Shai Gilgeous-Alexander played last season, the Thunder were 16-19. They’re unlikely to replicate that, but that’s practically .500. Even moderate regression should net them at least 20 wins, assuming Gilgeous-Alexander does not get injured or the team does not shut him down.
The Rockets may not win much more than they did last season, but it feels like the franchise is pointed in the right direction. Head coach Stephen Silas suffered through a chaotic first year on the job as roster moves, COVID-19 and a slew of injuries forced him to adjust his lineup nearly every game.
The Rockets appear headed back to the lottery, but the upcoming season offers a chance to further shape their future. Finding deals for Wall and Gordon will be a priority as the team hopes to create more opportunities for its young players and create some cap flexibility going forward. The offseason brought plenty of hope to Houston fans, but they may have to wait longer for the team to start winning again.
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