From Golden State’s Stephen Curry to Memphis’ Ja Morant, each franchise has a top player. This title is figuratively awarded by recent statistics, individual success, and marketability. Identifying a franchise’s most valuable player is tougher when that team lacks a clear superstar.
Back in the 2010s, James Harden was universally accepted as the face of the Rockets. Going through a rebuilding era, Christian Wood currently holds that torch for Houston.
Last season, Wood led the Rockets in both total points and rebounds, averaging 21.0 points and 9.6 boards per game. Prior to a season-altering injury, Wood was also ranked eighth in All-Star fan voting for the frontcourt of the Western Conference.