Rockets vs. Nets Pre-Game 3/31/21

Rockets Hit Brooklyn, Aiming for Revenge on Harden’s Nets

Harden the Interruption.    The Evil Empire.    Lighting the Firewood.

“You either die a hero, or you live long enough to see yourself become the villain.” You’ve probably heard the famous quote from the best comic book movie ever made, The Dark Knight. And as the Rockets head up to visit their hero of the past, currently the best player in the NBA, and favorite to win this year’s MVP, you know his name… James Harden, the squad has their hands full. Regardless, Houston should be motivated to try and beat Harden at least once this season, and tonight is their last chance. And while John Wall won’t play tonight, Christian Wood, the new cornerstone of the franchise, returns to action for the Rockets.

After forming their super-team of Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving, and James Harden, the Nets are the NBA’s new Evil Empire. The most talented team in the league, arguably one of the most skilled ever assembled. Still, the Rockets should have an extra boost in motivation going up against the player who tore Houston’s season apart, and set the Rockets trajectory on a new path with his departure.

It’s still weird seeing The Beard in Nets jersey. But get used to it. Harden’s time in Houston is far in the past. It’s a new era in Rockets basketball. The youth movement, a bunch of guys with chips on their shoulders ready to prove the world that they’re better than when they were initially scouted. One way to prove it? Go up against the baddest man on the planet, James Edward Harden, the guy who used to be a hero in Houston, before his sinister departure… it’s time for the Rockets to take down their ultimate villain.

 

Barclays Center:  Brooklyn, New York

 

Jersey Colors:

Houston Rockets (13-33):  White

Brooklyn Nets (32-15):  Blue

 

TV:  6:30 PM CT  –  AT&T Sportsnet SW,  NBA League Pass