Howard & Asik All those back to back games, and playing 4 games in 5 nights; took it's toll on the Rockets core players last year. The Rockets don't have to go as far as Popovich did; in sending Star players home early on a road trip, but could perhaps start Asik or cut Howards minutes, if he is being run ragged.
The answer is Donuts. I think he'll have a nice run this upcoming season. I think it was Tad Brown who said he was in fantastic shape. He can stretch the floor and he already had nice post moves.