WAITING FOR WESTBROOK
Now we know why Russell Westbrook hasn't made the trip to Orlando
Jul 13, 2020, 1:05 pm
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There's been speculation that the reason James Harden and Russell Westbrook have not joined the team in Orlando was because the players might have tested positive for COVID-19. Now we know that is indeed the case for Russell Westbrook. Westbrook went to Twitter on Monday and said he tested positive but is feeling well.
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— Russell Westbrook (@russwest44) July 13, 2020
Earlier Monday morning Colin Cowherd and Joy Taylor talked about Harden and Westbrook remaining in Houston and had a conversation about what could be keeping them in H-Town. We now have the answer when it comes to Westbrook, and we'll see if news comes out about Harden next. You can watch Cowherd and Taylor's conversation about the Rockets below.
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The Houston Rockets face a tough challenge Monday night as they take on the first-place Oklahoma City Thunder, who have been one of the NBA’s most dominant teams this season.
The Thunder (49-11) enter the matchup riding an 8-2 stretch over their last 10 games, averaging an impressive 127.6 points per contest. Led by MVP candidate Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who is averaging 32.3 points on 52.4% shooting, Oklahoma City is fresh off a 146-132 win over San Antonio, where Jalen Williams erupted for 41 points.
Houston (37-23) sits fifth in the Western Conference but has been inconsistent lately, going 5-5 over its last 10 outings. Injuries could be a concern, with key contributors like Fred VanVleet (ankle) ruled out and Alperen Sengun (back) listed as day-to-day. Jalen Green, who has been averaging 3.7 made three-pointers per game in his last 10, will need a big performance for Houston to stay competitive.
The Rockets will have to find a way to slow down the Thunder’s potent offense, which ranks among the league’s best from beyond the arc with 14.2 made threes per game. Houston’s defense allows just 12.1 made threes per game, making perimeter defense a key factor in the matchup.
Tip-off is set for 8 p.m. EST, with the Thunder entering as a 10.5-point favorite.
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