Why The Houston Rockets Do The Deal
Some Rockets fans won’t like this deal. In all fairness, it isn’t exactly a no-brainer.
There’s a real possibility that Ball never plays meaningful NBA basketball again. It’s horrible when injuries claim a career, but it happens. It may well be happening to Ball.
In other words, this is the definition of a high-risk, high-reward decision for the Rockets. After all, if Ball does return to form, he’d be the perfect addition to this team.
Ball’s ability to facilitate ought to get the best out of star sophomore Jalen Green. With someone else orchestrating the offense, he can focus on what he does best – getting buckets.
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Meanwhile, Ball is a strong floor spacer and defender as well. That makes him a strong fit in any lineup.
Are the Bulls getting enough back for such a solid player?