Rah-fel's biggest test is repairing the relationship between Harden and the Rockets. That is still TBD.
But, is that really the responsibility of Stone considering the past circumstances? Sounds more like a TF problem.
Stone is the GM, I sure hope he considers that that part of his purview. Harden loved and trusted Morey, even with TF as owner.
I understand it is a part of his job description. I just don't see how much influence he would have with this situation. TF created the rifts between the Rockets and Harden, maybe among others?
Yes, but Stone needs to control.what he can control. Harden was not on board with his promotion for some reason, Stone needs to fix that and convince Harden that he can be trusted like Morey was. That relationship has nothing to do with TF.