🎯 Takeaways from the Rockets Game
The Hornets were dismantled by Houston, 114-101, with first-half woes leading to an insurmountable 31-point deficit. The defense faltered, and shooting woes continued, with the team managing just 27.8% from beyond the arc.
📊 Stat Draft Check-In
My preseason predictions for LaMelo Ball and Brandon Miller are a mixed bag. While Miller is exceeding expectations with 5.2 rebounds per game, LaMelo’s drives have dipped slightly, reflecting broader league trends as teams lean on perimeter shooting.
🗣️ Charles Lee Speaks Out
Head coach Charles Lee didn’t mince words, emphasizing the gap between practice and performance. While he’s holding back on calling out specific players, the subtext is clear—changes may be coming to the starting lineup.
🚀 What Went Wrong
Houston’s defense stifled the Hornets, exposing their lack of offensive threats. Without Brandon Miller or Trey Mann, defenses can pack the paint, leaving LaMelo and Miles Bridges to force contested shots.
🌟 Bright Spots
Moussa Diabate continues to impress as the team’s hustle king, going 6-for-6 from the field. LaMelo also showed flashes of leadership, despite carrying an unfair superstar burden.
📈 What Needs to Change
The front office faces mounting pressure to address glaring roster deficiencies. Whether through trades, free agency, or internal adjustments, this team needs better shooters and defenders to stay competitive.
🚨 Up Next
With the holiday break ahead, the Hornets need to regroup before their next matchup Thursday, a rematch with the Washington Wizards. Will we see a shakeup in the rotation? Stay tuned.
