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ClutchFans Game Thread: Rockets @ Timberwolves 11/16/2019

Discussion in 'Houston Rockets: Game Action & Roster Moves' started by Clutch, Nov 16, 2019.

  1. Caprah

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    Down 4 of the best 5 players and 3 starters on a back to back flying to the top of the country to win like that was pure heart.

    Harden is now a fourth quarter beast despite being clearly gassed and looking exhausted in the 3 and fourth quarter he hit some big shots again
     
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    This may be the most impressive win of the season. Their 4 top scorers (other than Harden) were out. It was the second night of a back to back. G-League players filled in heavy minutes. They had every reason to mail it in. They had every excuse to lose this game. But they didn't fold. They thrived. I'm really impressed with their grit.
     
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    Harden and a bunch of D Leaguers could make the playoffs in the West.

    Curry and a bunch of D Leaguers would probably win 10 games.
     
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    The Rockets were in the process of letting the Twolves go on a big run when Clemons stepped in and had that big second quarter. Completely changed the energy of the game. He reminded me today of a Nate Robinson/Young Aaron Brooks hybrid--Robinson's build with Brooks' shooting touch (though without that crazy craftiness, or at least I haven't seen it yet)

    The defense was once again solid, especially in the 4th, and that made me really happy. If the Rockets keep this up, I have a feeling this year could be special.

    Also, good job by Hartenstein! Lots of boards, even if his hands still seem a bit iffy.



    ...and James Harden scored 49. Another day at the office for our MVP.
     
  6. Shaq2Yao

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    Love this story from D'antoni on Chris Clemons Rookie Interview:

    Rockets: "What position do you think you should play?"
    Chris Clemons: "Well you got Westbrook and Harden so I guess I'm a 3."

     
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    Just got back from a movie and checked the score. Holy sh*t. I'm excited to see the replay. Good stuff!
     
  9. Deckard

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    You ain’t mad?
     
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    Harden and a team of DaDakotas could win at least 30 games in the nba.
     
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    And according to the tweets shared here, he went straight to post-game workouts. All the people saying he's lazy need to chill and look at the work he's putting in every night.

    I'm super stoked that we turned a schedule loss into a boring win, I thought it'd at least be a close game, but NOPE!
     
  13. Batman Jones

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    This team has shown so much character over the last few games. The malaise that plagued the Rockets at the start of last season feels almost unimaginable now. I can't complain about the effort of a single player on our team and I can't remember the last time I felt that way. And if we didn't have a bench before the injuries we certainly have one now. The sky's the limit for this squad and I'm so proud to be a Houston Rockets fan.
     
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    Agree. They don't talk about other team's shortcomings in playoffs last year:

    Giannis and the Bucks was up for 2 games against Toronto and then lost 4 straight. Talk about being figured out and unable to adjust.

    Blazers was swept during the Western Conference finals. When Blazers lose, well they tried. When Rox lose, Rockets choked.
     
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    Jesus. these guys are hating hard. Rockets had another great defensive game and they said the rockets cant defend. They said the same thing after the the Clippers game, the best defensive game of the season.
     
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    Such a better start than last season.
     
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    Clearly the best win of the season, AND, the Rockets have some surprise stars.
     
  18. ElPigto

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    Meh, same tired narrative. You know, I can't wait to beat the **** out of Utah and Denver and show the world that those teams are pretenders.

    Lakers, I am not convinced that Davis will stay healthy all season so at some point I see them having a tough stretch.

    Clippers are the only team I am worried about in the West. They are going to be tough once they are fully healthy and running on all cylinders. I know we can beat them, but it will be a dog fight.

    I am hoping James can finally carry us to the promised land this season. I'm tired of all the haters year in and year out.
     
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  19. ElPigto

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    No doubt, sucks that we dug ourselves in a hole so early.
     
  20. Dr of Dunk

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    For anyone that missed it, Chris Clemons, at 5'9", gets a steal and dunks the ball...

     
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