3. Houston Rockets
Key Additions: Chris Paul, P.J. Tucker
Key Subtractions: Patrick Beverley
After losing to the San Antonio Spurs in six games in the Western Conference Semifinals, they didn’t stand pat this summer. Instead, they decided to make a big splash. James Harden recruited Chris Paul, and Daryl Morey did the rest.
In the way of a trade, Chris Paul now finds himself as the lead guard for Mike D’Antoni’s offense. One that was already explosive as is, is only going to get better with one of the best point guards to ever play the game.
Question is, is this enough to push the Golden State Warriors? Probably not. But Morey might not be done.