Rockets’ Fast Start, Durant and SGA-Presti Partnership, Nets

Rockets’ Fast Start, Durant and SGA-Presti Partnership, Nets

Houston opened the season by leaning into transition offense, while the return of Fred VanVleet gives the Rockets a steady hand to balance their pace. In Oklahoma City, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander says trust with Sam Presti has helped sustain their partnership through difficult roster decisions. Brooklyn, meanwhile, says winning—not simply developing young players—is the priority, though a tough schedule will test that approach.