4. Houston Rockets
Additions:
Russell Westbrook (Trade), Anthony Bennett (FA), Tyson Chandler (FA)
Subtractions:
Chris Paul (Trade)
The Houston Rockets made another big splash this summer. After adding Russell Westbrook, via trade, the Rockets now have two of the league’s last three MVP winners in their backcourt together.
Mike D’Antoni‘s offensive genius will be on full display come the 2019-20 season as he puts James Harden and Westbrook in positions to have one of the best offenses in the entire NBA.
The Rockets already had a top tier roster last season, and they virtually just upgraded the point guard position by swapping an aging Chris Paul for a Russell Westbrook in his prime. They also added Tyson Chandler, a valuable veteran frontcourt player. They are also in the running to land Andre Iguodala, who could certainly put this team in line to be arguably the favorite to come out of the West this season.