Should they trade out for a win-now veteran or draft a prospect such as Kentucky guard Reed Sheppard or Connecticut center Donovan Clingan? Those are among the rumored scenarios for Houston and its No. 3 draft pick, which it surprisingly landed in the draft lottery.
What will general manager Rafael Stone ultimately choose to do with his 2024 first-round selection (via Brooklyn)? He offered few clues in Sunday’s post-lottery press conference, effectively making it clear all options are open.
So, which path is the right one? Fans, analysts and media members following the Rockets all have their opinions, and many were shared in podcasts recorded and released in the 24 hours after the lottery.
Here’s a roundup of some of the initial reactions, with more sure to come in the weeks leading up to the NBA’s June 26 first round.
As for the Rockets, their pre-draft evaluation process will continue with interviews and the observation of on-court drills at this week’s 2024 draft combine in Chicago.
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