When Kevin Porter Jr. was first acquired by the Houston Rockets for a heavily protected second-round pick, it was like a breath of fresh air for Houston fans. The Rockets were, to say the least, going through a transition after trading away franchise cornerstone James harden in February, which signified that the Rockets were ready for a complete rebuild.
We all know the story of how Porter Jr.’s journey eventually led him to Houston. He was regarded as one of the most talented players in the 2019 draft, but his stock fell after a rough first year where he was suspended for conduct issues.