Rockets Stone: Willing to acquire an NBA star to rush out of the West!

The Rockets general manager mentioned today that "I don't think that continuation for the sake of continuation is what we want to achieve. Continuity is good, but the ultimate goal is to build a championship team. If we think there is one or a series of initiatives that make us more likely to be that, then we ignore continuity and we will take those actions."

If the Rockets general manager is willing to give up continuity to acquire an NBA star, they are expected to be very positive in the offseason. Houston examined three of the most important options to get a superstar: The draft pick becomes a rare asset: adoption to package deals Durant

Houston has five tradable first rounds over the next seven years, including the 10th pick in this year's draft, and the unprotected first in 2027 (Phoenix) and 2029 (Phoenix or Dallas). The Rockets can also trade first-round picks in 2028, 2030 and 2032.

With the Bucks' Antetokounmpo's statement that he will stay with the team to continue his loyalty, the Rockets can use draft picks to trade Durant to the team's controllable contract this year: Continue to enjoy the benefits contract for the rookie period

The Rockets have five players - Jabbarry Smith Jr., Tari Ethan, Reed Shepard, Cam Whitmore and Amen Thompson - who signed rookie contracts in the first round.

This year, the Rockets also have the opportunity to sign a contract with Jabarry Smith and Ethan in advance✍️ However, at present, Jia Jia wants 185 million in five years, and the Rockets are only willing to give 90,000,000 four years. The two sides are in a deadlock in negotiations

Trading large contracts:

In October last year, Alperen Shinkyung and Jaylen Green signed a contract extension. The restrictions in their contracts were lifted on July 1, making them eligible for transactions. Both players will earn $33 million next season. Brooks' contract expires two years ($22.1 million and $20.9 million).

The Rockets still have time to exercise Fred VanVleet's $44.9 million team option on June 29. Houston's decision to VanVleet will play a major role in his financial flexibility in the deal and in retaining free agent Steven Adams.

can be used to trade Durant with Van Jordan and 2 first-round draft picks! Durant's role as a veteran can definitely be more conducive to the growth of young Rockets players

Starting next season: Amen Thompson, Jaylen Green, Durant, Jabbarri and Shin Kyung

will definitely rush out of the West steadily!