The Houston Rockets Are 3rd in the West… So why Do They Look so Bad?

The Houston Rockets Are 3rd in the West… So why Do They Look so Bad?

The Houston Rockets are currently tied for 3rd place in the Western Conference, but after their latest performance, many fans are wondering if the standings tell the whole story.

On today’s show, the crew breaks down Houston’s recent struggles and why the team’s offense continues to raise questions — even while sitting near the top of the standings.

One moment from the game sparked a lot of discussion when Kevin Durant joked about being triple teamed, with players reminding him that he’s one of the greatest scorers in NBA history. But the bigger debate is whether opposing defenses have figured out the Rockets: stop Durant and force everyone else to beat you.

Despite strong shooting from the starters — including solid performances from Durant, Jabari Smith Jr., Tari Eason, Alperen Sengun, and Amen Thompson — the Rockets couldn’t keep up once the game started slipping away. The bench struggled badly, and inconsistent three-point shooting continues to be a major issue.

The guys also debate:
• Are the Rockets too dependent on Kevin Durant offensively?
• Why does Houston struggle to create consistent offense?
• Can young players like Amen Thompson and Alperen Sengun take the next step?
• Is the bench becoming a major problem for this team?

Even with a strong record in a tight Western Conference race, the eye test has some fans worried about Houston’s ability to compete with the league’s best teams.

What do you think — are the Rockets legitimate contenders, or are these issues going to catch up with them in the playoffs?

Drop your thoughts in the comments!

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