The Houston Rockets officially solidified themselves as a legitimate playoff team last season. After years of rebuilding following the trade of James Harden in his prime, the Rockets’ young core has come a long way. With Kevin Durant arriving this offseason, many now view this Rockets team as a legitimate title contender. Especially considering they didn’t have to sacrifice much in the blockbuster deal. However, it’s been several years and a couple of “super teams” since Durant last won an NBA Finals. Can this young Houston team help him return to the NBA’s promised land?
