The Houston Rockets have really turned around a season that many thought was about to go south following the trade of James Harden, the second greatest player in the franchise’s history. Winning seven out of their last eight games, the Rockets have moved to over .500 on the season and are surprise contenders for a playoff spot despite many writing them off after January 14. Here’s what we’ve learned about our hometown heroes in red over this past week.
The Rocket are deep and balanced
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Houston currently has four players in its starting lineup averaging over 17 points per game.