As the Rockets were constructed last year, yes FVV was essential. Theoretically, he still is since KD is not a leader... but the opportunity afforded to Amen and Reed now is gold. With all the glowing comments about Reed in training camp, I really hope he turns it on and makes his way to the cemented starter. His spacing alone is very much needed. As for the playmaking? Well as long as we can get the ball past half court to dump into Alpi, then Alpi may be our point this year. His preseason looks great.
Fred did the little stuff and calmed them down alot. I went to alot of games and he was always talking to the young guys on the bench. You need someone like that when you need a floor general. Durant isnt that guy. Which is not a knock to him, but he never has taken on the role. Which I think losing Brooks also made worse with Fred out. Idk maybe Sengun can step up. Or maybe by middle of December, Jrue Holiday? Have to give up Fred and Eason. That's if the combo or Reed and Amen isn't working. I don't trust Reed. He needs time that we don't have with Durant.
