Boasting a perennial MVP candidate and one of the most exciting offenses in the NBA, the Houston Rockets come into every season with high expectations. But with the acquisition of one of the game’s most exciting players in the offseason, the expectations surrounding the Rockets may be higher than ever. Can James Harden and Russell Westbrook bring the Rockets to new heights during the 2019-2020 season?
Watch the Houston Rockets 2019-20 Season
Next game: vs. Los Angeles Clippers, Wednesday, Nov. 13, 7:30 p.m. ET
Local TV affiliate for the season: AT&T SportsNet Southwest
Streaming option for the season: fuboTV (watch for free)
One of the biggest moves of the summer in the NBA was the decision by the Rockets to trade point guard Chris Paul to the Oklahoma City Thunder and to bring in Westbrook. The move reunited Harden and Westbrook, who helped bring the Thunder to the NBA Finals in 2012. That was before either player had reached his current status and become a league MVP. The question now is whether or not the two stars can coexist well enough to bring Houston a championship.
Outside of Harden and Westbrook, the rest of the Rockets roster will need to play at a high level on both sides of the court. Shooters like Eric Gordon and Ryan Anderson knocking down shots will force defenses not to put too much of their attention on Harden and Westbrook, both of whom are at their best when they have room to operate and get to the basket against overmatched defenders. With offensive expert Mike D’Antoni at the helm, expect the team to find ways to space the floor and get open shots for the supporting cast.
Rockets November 2019 Schedule (All Times ET)
Wed. Nov. 13 vs. Clippers, 7:30 p.m.
Fri. Nov. 15 vs. Pacers, 8:00 p.m.
Sat. Nov 16 @ Timberwolves, 8:00 p.m.
Mon. Nov. 18 vs. Trail Blazers, 8:00 p.m.
Wed. Nov. 20 @ Nuggets, 9:00 p.m.
Fri. Nov. 22 @ Clippers, 10:30 p.m.
Sun. Nov 24 vs. Mavericks, 3:30 p.m.
Wed. Nov 27 vs. Heat, 8:00 p.m.
Sat. Nov. 30 vs. Hawks, 8:00 p.m.
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