• Last Updated on July 28, 2020 11:39 pm by Kevin Wilson | Published: July 28, 2020

    Robert Covington
    SF, Houston Rockets

    Robert Covington started the Rockets' final scrimmage game vs. the Celtics on Tuesday, scoring 16 points (4-of-7 3PT) and grabbing seven boards in 25 minutes of action.

    Covington is playing the five for the Rockets and coach Mike D'Antoni, a tactic they have used since acquiring Covington from the Wolves in February. The team rid themselves of most of their height and initially had success with their 'small-ball' lineup. The wind was quickly knocked out of their sails, however, and they find themselves in a tie for fifth place in the Western Conference with the Thunder (40-24). RoCo is vital to their ability to defend down low with their lack of size and should remain entrenched in the starting lineup throughout the seeding games and playoffs.

    July 28, 2020, 11:18 pm