The 5 reasons why Houston Rockets should be considered a championship contender

The speculations and mid-term glances are over. Houston Rockets is a reality and must be considered a team aspiring to glory. It is impossible to deny this maxim when we analyze the level of play they are showcasing and their many reasons in all aspects of the game to continue growing.

Things are working better than expected for Houston Rockets, whose performance does not allow anyone to trivialize this tremendous breakthrough. Already in the final stretch of the past season, they showed their credentials as a team with great potential, but they have wasted no time in developing much of it and establishing themselves as a team with all the necessary arguments to succeed. Alperen Sengun is being the great leader, but there are more reasons for optimism.

1. VanVleet and Brooks provide an extra competitive edge to the youngsters

Their defensive contributions are crucial for the Texan franchise to be second in the defensive rating standings, but they also bring that necessary composure in tight finals, as well as the competitive spirit needed to push in key moments and have the ambition to believe in important goals.

2. Jalen Green and Jabari Smith Jr do not need to be consistent yet

The talent they both possess is impressive, but they have room for improvement in terms of consistency. However, the many options the team considers allow them to make the most of their days of inspiration, without worrying too much about ups and downs. When they shine, they elevate the team's performance.

3. Amen Thompson and Tari Eason, two of the best substitutes in the entire NBA

They are responding much better than expected to their roles as substitutes, providing the team with tremendous energy in the minutes they play, doing the dirty work in defense and rebounding, and adapting perfectly to the competitive ecosystem that the starters bring. Their level keeps rising.

4. Alperen Sengun, on his way to becoming an All-Star

The sensations of power he is displaying are tremendous, having already recorded several triple-doubles and showing a clear upward trend in understanding the game. He can establish himself as the big star around whom to continue building a winning team, bringing together all the virtues of an All-Star.

5. Confidence and tranquility due to lack of pressure and good dynamics in NBA Cup

Having already secured a spot in the NBA Cup playoffs allows the Texans to play without pressure and excited about a competition that could serve as the ideal testing ground before facing the postseason. No one will demand the ring from them this year, so they can play freely.

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