The Houston Rockets faced a challenging start to their season, suffering a loss to the Charlotte Hornets after a promising first half. Despite a strong defensive effort initially, their second-half performance faltered, allowing the Hornets to score 61 points.
Coach Ime Udoka emphasized the importance of maintaining defensive intensity, even when the offense struggles. Players like Jabari Smith Jr. noted that their best play comes from strong defense leading to fast breaks.
As they prepare for upcoming games, the Rockets are focusing on correcting defensive lapses that contributed to their defeat, aiming for consistency throughout the game.
