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Dorian Finney Smith to Rockets?

Discussion in 'Houston Rockets: Game Action & Roster Moves' started by Spooner, Jun 29, 2025 at 4:47 PM.

  1. Spooner

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  2. Aruba77

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    I think he would be a great MLE signing. I didn’t want to trade Cam for him on an expiring contract (just a 1-yr rental), but I love him as an MLE signing. Great 3&D player and a true playoff-caliber rotation guy.

    wish we could find a way to address guard though
     
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    DBII
     
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    WE’RE LEVERAGE AGAIN BABY!!
     
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    Not filling the biggest need but he is REALLY good.
     
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    Love to see it
     
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    I would be ok with it, but co-sign @Aruba77
     
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    Rockets General Manager Ime Udoka searching for more defense to improve their top 5 ranked defense.
     
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    i thought he just declined his $15.4 million player option, why would he take only the NTMLE ($14.1mil.)? it must be a S&T for a bigger number (probably have Jock's contract involved)
     
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    Doesn't make sense positionally because 3/4s is where the Rockets are most loaded. Unless they think Jabari can play some center this year
     
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    Longer deal.

     
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    yeah but at least he can shoot. If he couldn’t shoot it wouldn’t make sense.
     
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    I hope they do play bari at the 5 for stretches this yr. In fact, I hope they don’t add a 3rd center because I see Bari as filling that role..
     
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    The question would be is his shot legit. Basically has a Brooks like role.
     
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    The Rockets are stacked at the 4. DFS would fit as a SF (assuming his shot is legit).
     
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    Man I have a feeling it’s a sign a trade for cam and jock?

    I don’t want to deal Cam just yet.
     
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    Eh..lukewarm on this..especially if it means losing Cam. I'd rather get a guard that can ease some of the scoring burden from Durant. Someone that can drive and attack the rim and a decent shooter. DFS is on the older side and is redunant with Amen, Tari and Bari.
     
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