Rockets Ride into Memphis Hoping to End the Blues
Worst Start Ever? Ja’s World. Building Blocks.
Houston strolls into Memphis on Monday night for a matchup with the Grizzlies. Ja Morant and Memphis have improved mightily over last season. The Grizz are currently 6-7 on the season, but they’ve struggled of late. Memphis has lost three straight games and four of their last five contests. The Rockets aim to add to the Grizzlies’ blues by notching their first road win on Monday night.
Ja Morant is off to his best season in his third year as a professional. Morant is averaging career-highs in all categories, and is one of the hardest players to contain on the offensive end. Houston has their hands full with Morant on Monday night. Also, look for Steven Adam to bruise elbows in the pain with the likes of Christian Wood, Alperen Sengun, and Daniel Theis.
It’s time for the Rockets to finally end their skid. Their 1-12 start is the worst in franchise history, and one of the worst beginnings to a season in NBA history. Jalen Green needs to find a way to make himself more assertive. If Green can drive the ball more, and keep his turnovers low, while staying away from bad attempts from three, the rookie should improve. Kevin Porter Jr. needs to do a better job at getting Green the ball so Jalen can find a rhythm. When asked if he would change the starting lineup on Monday night, Stephen Silas replied, “possibly.” And that’s the same attitude fans have going into tonight’s game. A win sure is possible, but Houston will need to alter their blueprint if they want to steal their first road win in Memphis.
FedExForum: Memphis, Tennessee
Jersey Colors:
Houston Rockets (1-12): Red
Memphis Grizzlies (6-7): Navy “City Edition”
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