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The Rockets and Hawks preseason preview, don’t underestimate the Hawks!

12:13am, 6 October 2025【Basketball】

There are two days left to be the first preseason game for the Houston Rockets, and the opponent is also our old acquaintance at the Atlanta Hawks. Both teams have been greatly strengthened in the new season. After losing Jaylen Green, Dillon Brooks and Landale, the Rockets got Durant, Fanny Smith and Capela. Although Van Vreet was reimbursed for injury season, their overall strength is still strong. The Hawks strengthened their center position, upgraded from the original Capela to the former unicorn Porzin, and added Alexander Walker and Kenshode on the back. Both teams can be said to have completed upgrades to the lineup.

The biggest advantage of the Rockets is defense. The Rockets have up to 10 people in the new season with a wingspan of 2.13 meters, which is a nightmare for some teams. Of course, the Hawks are not vegetarian either. Just look at the lineup, the Hawks have league assists, Trae Young, NBA steals, Daniels, 24-year No. 1 pick, Lisa Shei, sports king, Johnson, and the new league unicorn Porzin. The bench has two-double king Okonggu and defensive player Alexander Walker and others are also quite strong. The Rockets' first preseason match against the Hawks is also a test for the Rockets.

However, judging from coach Uduka that the Rockets will line up different lines in each game, the Rockets will most likely choose to train. It is predicted that the Rockets will eventually lose to the Hawks.