As bad as the Rockets have been this season—and at times it’s been downright ugly—there are glimmers of optimism, including from their prized rookie, Jalen Green. Since his return from a hamstring injury, Green is averaging 20.5 points per game in his last six contests, shooting 45% from the field and 44% from three compared to 38% and 28% marks in his first 18 professional contests. The jump in efficiency is no mystery. Green is beginning to trust his elite first step with increasing frequency, eschewing the unsure backpedal dribbles in favor of bursts toward the tin.
NBA Rookie Rankings: Jalen Green's Growth, Evan Mobley Steals the Show and a Bull on the Rise
