After a tough start to the season, the Houston Rockets are starting to show some positive signs with two encouraging wins over the Thunder and the Hawks recently.

What's even more exciting, is that rookie Jabari Smith Jr. has quietly put together some impressive performances as of late, and the rest of the young nucleus appears to be developing as well. Watching the Rockets beat the Hawks in a chippy game where Houston felt disrespected, points to some real growth for this squad.

Are these signs the Rockets are getting over the hump and showing some good things under coach Stephen Silas?

Be sure to check out the video above as we discuss the signs of development we're seeing, and if Coach Silas will still be coaching the team when the season starts next year.

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