Similarly, for the Rockets, because they can't sign any more players after the start of the playoffs, these buyout players are also the main targets of their replenishment of the roster.

These buyout players basically only have one year left on their contracts, and they are divided into two categories: one is disliked by the team and wants to pay as little salary as possible, and they must also be eliminated from the team, such as Marbury, Anthony Walker, etc.; And the other category is also most of them, are veterans, or have a certain strength but have no playing time, and want to play in the playoffs, such as Juwan Howard, Diogu, etc., who have just been bought out.

On this day, the phone in Morey's office was not disconnected.

After communicating with Tang Tian, the team targeted two people.

Theolatliffe and Juwan Howard.

It's also based on the fact that new signings won't have a lot of playing time but can provide some playoff experience.

Needless to say, Second Uncle Huo has played for the Rockets for three years before, and has played more than 30 games with the Bobcats this season, averaging 4 points and 2 rebounds per game, and there is still oil in the mailbox.

Another player, Ratliff, is the most similar player to Mutombo, who has been selected as an All-Star, has been the league block champion three times, has averaged more than 2.5 blocks per game in his career, and has an amazing record of 4.1 blocks per game in a single season.

And Ratliff also has a characteristic, he is only 2.08 meters tall, mainly playing as a center, but at the same time can swing to a power forward, which will greatly increase his probability of playing time.

The Rockets are offering both of them a one-year veteran contract, as the season is less than three months away at most, and the team actually has to pay very little salary.

The addition of the two suddenly enriched the Rockets' lineup, the so-called family has an old man, if there is a treasure, but for any team that wins the championship, veterans are indispensable.

On March 2, the Rockets flew to Oklahoma to challenge the Thunder.

The Thunder have a clear goal this season, continue to train Durant, Green and Westbrook, and by the way, the team is currently less than 20 wins, and continues to sign for the top pick.

This is a game with little suspense, but the more interesting thing is that before the game, the Oklahoma City reporter interviewed Tang Tian and asked two very interesting questions.

"What do you think of these young players on the Thunder team?"

"Will you stay with the Rockets next season?"

This is a progressive question, the first question is that as long as a normal coach will praise Durant, Tang Tian also does this, in fact, he also knows that these players of the Thunder will be the league's hegemon in the future.

And then, at the heart of this question, will you stay with the Rockets next season?

The answer will be, then it means that the contract can only be renewed, because once you regret it, the negative impact will be huge; The answer is no, that will definitely make the current Rockets panic, and by the way, the reporter can still ask which ones they intend to go to; Even giving a vague answer will have a big impact on Team Rocket's morale.

However, Tang Tian's answer was impeccable.

"The Rockets would be my first choice."

Prioritizing the Rockets and putting the Rockets first in the first place of consideration, reporters can't say anything, they can't ask questions, and it basically won't have an impact on the team's morale.

That night, the Rockets beat the Thunder 112-87 to extend their winning streak to eight.

The Thunder played well, with Durant 29 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists, Green 19 points and 9 boards, and Westbrook 20 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists.

After the Thunder game, the Rockets returned to Houston, and Ratliff and Uncle Huo also reported to the team.

"Zhu Wan, welcome back." Tang Tian smiled and hugged Second Uncle Huo.

Uncle Huo was one of the championship members of the team two years ago, and this Rockets team is like home to him.

Ratliff is also popular with many people, this player who landed in the NBA in 95 has been in the league for 13 years, and like Uncle Huo, such a veteran is very respectable.

In the morning training session, the experience of the two veterans on the court also left a deep impression on the young players such as Jordan Jr., Morrow and Weaver.

After a two-day break, the Rockets sat at home for the final meeting of the season against the Timberwolves.

As the season draws to a close, the Rockets have also begun their season routine of resting players.

In this game, the team rested Yao Ming and Billups in rotation.

Rockets starters: Jordan Jr., Yi Jianlian, Battier, Maddy and Sun Yue.

On the Timberwolves side: Al Jefferson, Love, Ryan Gomez, Cory Brewer and Randy Foye.

With the playoffs missing, the Timberwolves are focusing on training newcomers.

When the game started, Jordan Jr. jumped the ball for the Rockets, and the visitors got the opportunity to attack first.

Yao Ming was not there, the Rockets did not play system basketball in this game, and the ball was handed over to Maddie after half court, and he launched the offense.

Brewer, a sophomore on the opposite side, sank his weight and straightened his long arms, trying his best to defend.

Maddie raised the ball high with his right hand, and after a forward press, he suddenly started, turned, half-turned, and turned in place.

Brewer was directly shaken out.

The scene was in an uproar.

Maddie then pulls out and shoots directly.

"Huh!"

Shoot steadily.

For him, this game is all about finding a touch for the playoffs.

Brewer shook his head and stood up, looking helpless.

But that's how a rookie grows.

Turning around, Foye dribbled into the front court, and after Jefferson turned his back in the low post, he followed up and handed the ball in.

The rest of the Timberwolves immediately opened up space.

Jefferson received the ball in the low post and hit Jordan Jr. with his back, and the continuous footwork shook Jordan Jr. at a loss, and a shooting feint shook Jordan Jr. into the air, and then turned around and scored easily.

The Rockets' offense, Maddy's solo attracted the pack, and he quickly distributed the ball to the bottom corner Battier, who hit a three-point shot.

Jordan Jr. jumped high to grab the rebound in the front court and gave the ball to Yi Jianlian, who directly pressed Lefu to score a layup.

After elevating the confrontation, rookie Lefu looked a little unsightly in front of him.

Looking back, Jefferson continued to play Jordan Jr. in the low post.

"Don't jump!" Thibodeau stood at this time and reminded loudly.

After Jefferson turned and wobbled, he turned sharply under the basket, from the right side of the basket to the left, and made a backhand layup.

Jordan Jr. turned and jumped up to block it, only to hit Jefferson directly.

Jefferson goes to the free throw line and has two free throws.

Tang Tian couldn't help but reach out and rub his forehead at this time, little Jordan still likes to jump, the coaching staff has been training for him for a long time, but there is still not much change.

If you can redeem the ability......

The strength in Tang Tian's hand unconsciously increased.

The system of this cheat is the same as last season, and it has disappeared.