[CBS Sports] What fuels the Rockets' Danuel House Jr.

Excellent article.

Now, on a team with championship aspirations, he wants to show the full breadth of his game. House can make 3s and defend, but he rejects the 3-and-D label. He loves having Russell Westbrook around because the former MVP tells him to "be you."

"We don't even say 3-and-D over here," House said. He called coach Mike D'Antoni's system "perfect for me," especially with Houston playing at a rocket speed. "I make plays for others. I make the right reads. I make passes, throw lobs. I do a little bit of it all. So we don't have positions over here. That's what a lot of people be failing to realize. I see that a lot, though. I witnessed it. 'Cause everybody's always talking about, 'Oh yeah, you're the 3-and-D guy.' No."

 

I think the point is Danuel fashions himself MORE than just that label. A multifaceted player. Doesn't want to limit himself. Appreciate that approach.

 

House's ability to put the ball on the floor on dribble drives, while being a willing passer, is a big skill. That is an element that House enjoys and why he wants to be more than just "3 & D."