Houston Rockets Announce Updated Roster for 2023-2024 Season
Key Additions and Departures
The Houston Rockets have announced their updated roster for the upcoming 2023-2024 season, featuring a mix of key additions and departures.
Among the most notable additions is the acquisition of veteran guard Eric Gordon from the Los Angeles Clippers. Gordon brings a wealth of experience and shooting prowess to the Rockets, having averaged over 13 points per game last season.
Houston has also added rookie forward Jabari Smith Jr., the third overall pick in the 2023 NBA Draft. Smith is a highly touted prospect with a versatile skillset, including strong defense and a developing offensive game.
On the departure side, the Rockets have traded away Christian Wood to the Dallas Mavericks in exchange for a future first-round draft pick. Wood was a key contributor for Houston last season, averaging 19.1 points and 9.9 rebounds per game.
Revised Depth Chart
With the roster changes, the Rockets' depth chart has been revised as follows:
Guards
- Eric Gordon
- Jalen Green
- Kevin Porter Jr.
- Josh Christopher
- TyTy Washington Jr.
Forwards
- Jabari Smith Jr.
- Jae'Sean Tate
- Tari Eason
- Bruno Fernando
- Alperen Sengun
Centers
- Boban Marjanovic
- Usman Garuba
Outlook for the Season
The Houston Rockets are expected to be a competitive team in the Western Conference this season, with a young and talented core led by Jalen Green and Jabari Smith Jr. The addition of Eric Gordon adds a veteran presence and leadership to the squad.
While the Rockets may not be a championship contender just yet, they have the potential to make a playoff push and continue developing their young talent. The team's progress will largely depend on the continued growth of Green and Smith, as well as the contributions of their supporting cast.
Additional Roster Notes
The Rockets have also announced that they have signed forward David Nwaba to a one-year contract. Nwaba is a defensive specialist who provides depth to the team's frontcourt.
Houston has waived forward KJ Martin Jr. and guard Trevelin Queen to make room for their new additions.
