No, they would be 5-0 if Reed started, or Okogie started...they would have been blown out by OKC, and probably still lost to Detroit with FVV. FVV paid his dues, did his job give him a gold watch and set him free. DD
Missing alot of shots does not make offensive rebound rate go up. We have the 5th best FG % in the league Also, the thread title specfically orders you to be positive. Your comment is negative. Everyone should report you for this blatant disrespect of the rules.
Tari Eason's defense looks a little off as it appears he's trying to play a more sound defense. However, he's still making a huge impact on the defensive end while playing a lot with Reed. Looks like this is going to be a great year defensively for Tari as I expect he will get his disruption mojo back. He's hitting threes and he's finishing at the rim (looks healthy right now). Really putting in a solid offensive year. Needs more time with the starters as the chemistry just isn't there. He still hit his shots with the starters (kept the Rockets afloat with some clutch shots), but was not involved much in the action yesterday. While the starting lineup's offense has been better, lineups with Tari have been doing very well, even with less talent around Tari.
I think the contract negotiations probably threw Tari off at the beginning of the season and then he began to lockin and focus on what he does well. His shooting has been a pleasant surprise and he's doing a good job of fitting into the offensive flow.
The thing I am loving the most so far is that we are only scratching the surface. How good this team already is, and how good it can still become is scary. Even the miscues and mistakes look minor and easy to correct with a little time and energy. The original young guns (Alpi, Jabari, Amen, Tari) are all growing into their man bodies and it looks like all have taken a significant leap forward. Friday's game against San Antonio will be a good test but so far I'd say they look like they have all the makings of a championship team. Just need time to iron out the kinks and open up the throttle.
Rockets have a team worth watching - every game. Whether they win a Championship or not, the guys on this team are all equally talented, respectable and likeable. That makes this season a win in my book.
