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This article was originally published on www.si.com/nba/rockets/onsi as The Houston Rockets Are Surprising Everyone With Their League Leading Offense.
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By the numbers: Streaking Rockets lead NBA in numerous key metrics
With five straight wins, the Rockets (5-2) now lead the NBA in categories such as net rating; points per game; and rebounding and 3-point pecentage.
Houston led the NBA in offensive rebounding last season, then went out and added even more size to dominate the glass. It's working so far.
Houston's blockbuster acquisition has been the clear star for the team as the Rockets rise in ESPN's latest NBA power rankings.
While there are reasons a Ja Morant trade to the Rockets make sense, there are also plenty of issues a deal would pose for Houston.
The Grizzlies' struggles have coincided with internal issues. Star point guard Ja Morant voiced his displeasure with the coaching staff after an Oct. 31 loss against the Los Angeles Lakers, then he was suspended for a game against the Toronto Raptors on Nov. 2 for conduct detrimental to the team.
The Houston Rockets' offense has been the talk of the league, as they've been humming on that end, which is typically their weaker facet. Defensively, they're n
Two-time NBA champion Kevin Durant opened up about his controversial feelings about marriage.