10 points + 18 points! The Rockets sent out another minimum-salary player, Tate was out of shape, and Ethan made a miscalculation.

The Hornets have no performance requirements and do not need to consider defensive issues. Okogie's offensive level is limited and he cannot produce good data. There was no development value, so he was abandoned. The Rockets originally signed him to strengthen their defense, and did not expect him to play a big role on the offensive end.

Unexpectedly, Okogie shot well in the training camp and preseason, and continued his good touch. Uduka recognized the weaknesses of the five major lineups and promoted Okogie to the starting lineup. The Rockets have since then had a minimum-salary player.

Okogie's offense has recently begun to return to its previous level. In the past five games, he only scored in double figures in one game, scored 0 points in two other games, and scored 1 point in one game. Although Okogie has lost his touch, he can still stay in the rotation with his defense. His contract is extremely valuable.

Due to Ethan's accidental injury, Holiday, who was pushed to the bench by Sheppard, was reactivated by Udoka. He scored in double figures in three consecutive games. In the past two tough games, he scored 10 points and 18 points respectively. The Rockets have another basic salary surprise player.

In the last game against the Magic, Holiday's three-pointer made up for the loss caused by Ethan's absence. In this game against the Cavaliers, Holiday replaced Durant, who had a declining touch, as the Rockets' key man in the fourth quarter. He and Sengon teamed up to prevent the opponent's counterattack.

Udoka praised Holiday Jr. after the game: He can always step forward. He has always been like this in the three years I have been coaching.

Although the Rockets do not have Holiday, they do have a very valuable little Holiday. Previously, some American media analysts believed that Holiday's contract may become a trading chip. One thing to say is that Holiday Jr., like Van Jordan, has the right to veto trades, and he also likes to play in Houston. Uduka made no secret of his recognition of Holiday Jr.: He is very professional, always ready to play and able to make an impact. You just want to keep him in your team. It seems that Holiday Jr. will not leave this season.

Tate also has a minimum salary contract, but he did not become a surprise player like Holiday Jr. Tate played 2 minutes against the Cavaliers with no data and one foul, with a plus-minus of -4. Tate was completely out of shape, and Uduka could only ask him to guard the water fountain.

When Tate was young, he could use his athletic ability to make up for his lack of height. Now that he is 30 years old, his body has begun to decline and he has not developed his shooting skills. With the same type of Okogie, it will be difficult for Tate to get a rotation spot. Tate has the power to veto transactions. He made it clear that he does not want to leave. Whether he can get a contract extension next summer is unknown.

Ethan, who failed to renew his contract with the Rockets in advance, really made a miscalculation this time. He plans to hold back a little on the defensive end to avoid injuries, and then put up numbers on the offensive end to win a big contract. What he didn't expect was that he was accidentally injured during the game and had to rest for at least a month.

When Ethan was away, Holiday filled his vacancy. Although Holiday Jr. is limited by his size and cannot play a big role on the defensive end, he can hold the ball and shoot, and can provide three-point firepower for the Rockets. After these two games, Uduka probably won’t miss Ethan that much.

When Finney-Smith returns, Ethan's importance in the Rockets will further decline, his playing time may be reduced, and his data will not be able to improve. He will be at a disadvantage in contract renewal negotiations.