So lucky! It is said that the Rockets defenders strengthen the league, Durant smiled, Harden can only envy

On July 16, Rockets data media SleeperRockets released the shooting distribution chart of new player Kevin Durant last season. Data shows that Durant still maintained excellent offensive efficiency in his 18th season of his career, shooting 57.4% from two-pointers and 43% from three-pointers. This performance fully demonstrates its stability as a historical scorer.

Although the Suns' overall performance last season did not meet expectations, Durant, as the team's main scoring point, still maintained efficient offensive output despite undertaking a lot of defensive pressure. The Rockets have formulated a special tactical system based on its technical characteristics, which is expected to further improve its scoring efficiency.

According to Rockets reporter Ben DuBose, Durant will be positioned as a shooting guard in the new season, which will set the highest shooting guard record in NBA history (2.11 meters).

From the perspective of lineup configuration, the Rockets' arrangement is strategic. After trading Jaylen Green and Whitmore, the team's lack of depth in the second position was targeted. Durant's height advantage gives him a clear misalignment advantage in the shooting guard position, while also reducing his risk of injury. In addition, through the offseason operation, the Rockets not only introduced Durant, but also successfully signed powerful players such as Finney Smith and Capela, and renewed their contracts with key role players such as Jeff Green. The overall lineup depth and flexibility have been significantly improved.

Under the tactical system of head coach Uduka, the Rockets have completed the transformation from a playoff-level team to a championship contender. The team's existing staffing and tactical flexibility make it one of the most competitive teams in the new season. The Rockets are still in the lineup strengthening stage, and the management is in contact with many stars, including Antetokounmpo. If the mid-season record does not meet expectations, the team plans to trade young players and first-round draft picks for star players. It is worth noting that rookie Shepard has suspended participation after his poor performance in the summer league, a move interpreted by the outside world as a strategy to protect his trading value.

From the analysis of the competitive landscape, although there are many strong teams in the Western Conference, the Rockets management believes that next season is a window period for the championship. The team's core Durant is expected to make up for Harden's unfinished championship dream and lead the team to the O'Brien Cup.