The Rockets finally play Game 1 tonight after waiting with anticipation for almost a week. Winning Game 1 will be critical for Houston because having to win 4 out 0f 6 against Golden State is asking too much from the Rockets. The series will feature the best back-court matchup in 30 years, so that will definitely be something to keep an eye on. Charlie believes the Warriors will win a hard-fought series in six games.
Finally, the Astros begin a critical three-game set against the Angels tonight, and the outcome of the series will signify if the Angels are ready to hang with Houston over the long-term in the AL West.
Why the Astros are poised for big drama and bigger stakes this year
Feb 12, 2025, 3:11 pm
Astros baseball is right around the corner, and there are so many new intriguing storylines to follow with a revamped outfield and infield.
But one big change specifically has ESPN Houston's Del Olaleye even more excited about Astros baseball this season. What could that be, you ask? Jose Altuve playing left field for the first time in his pro career, of course!
Be sure to watch the video above as Del lays out why he'll be locked in to watch the Altuve experiment play out in left field for better or worse,
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