Ever since the Houston Rockets hired Daryl Morey in 2007, the Houston Rockets have been at the forefront of advanced analytics. From the pioneering game plan of paint points and 3-pointers only to bringing in players that don’t fit the typical mold of most teams like Shane Battier and P.J. Tucker and turning these players into analytic all-stars. This season is no different and these particular advance stats will help determine if the Rockets can take that next step this year.
Deflections
When you think of defense, the normal stats come to mind.