Heading into training camp for the 2013-14 NBA season, there are still a lot of questions left unanswered for the Houston Rockets.
The team had a great offseason, acquiring Dwight Howard and several other capable players in its efforts to build a contending roster. The Rockets have high expectations this year, but there are still some uncertainties that must be addressed.
Who will start at power forward? Which new guys will make the team? Will Howard and Omer Asik get along? Here are some big mysteries the Rockets must solve before the season begins.
The Power Forward Debate
The Rockets starting lineup seems to be finalized except for the power forward position. The 4 spot is a glaring weakness in an otherwise solid starting five.
There are three guys in the running for the last starting slot. Greg Smith and Donatas Motiejunas both saw some time in that role last season, and sophomore Terrence Jones also has played well enough to put himself in the mix.
Smith started last season as the backup center behind Asik, but the Rockets found him useful at the 4 fo ...
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The Biggest Mysteries for Houston Rockets Heading into Training Camp
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