Are the Rockets the Worst Closing Team in the NBA?

Описание: The Houston Rockets have a serious problem — and it’s happening when games matter most.
Despite building double-digit leads, Houston continues to collapse in the fourth quarter, turning potential wins into frustrating losses. On this episode, the crew breaks down the alarming trend of blown leads, late-game offensive struggles, and the growing frustration surrounding head coach Ime Udoka.
📉 Key issue: Houston struggles to even reach 100 points consistently — and when pressure ramps up late, the offense stalls completely.
The discussion dives into:
Why teams are pressing Houston earlier in games
Ball-handling issues preventing clean offensive sets
Poor free-throw shooting in clutch moments
Turnovers and shot selection late in games
Whether the team gets tight under pressure
Why adding a closer hasn’t solved the problem
Even superstar performances haven’t always been enough to stop the bleeding. Meanwhile, opposing stars like Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns have exposed Houston’s defensive weaknesses late.
There’s also growing concern about the development plateau of All-Star center Alperen Şengün, whose production and efficiency haven’t taken the leap fans expected.
Is this a coaching issue, roster construction problem, or simply a young team learning how to win?
One thing is clear: If Houston wants to become a true contender, they must figure out how to close games.
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What’s the REAL reason the Rockets can’t hold leads?

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