The media advises the Rockets to trade 20+5 defenders, two potential new stars are on the shelves, and they also get multiple first-round picks?

After being eliminated in the first round of the playoffs this year and being brutally blacklisted by the Warriors, I believe even ordinary fans can see how the Rockets lack the ability to score from outside. Nowadays, in addition to those big-name superstars, the Rockets have also been rumored to have scandals with many young talents. After all, if you want to go further in the playoffs, the Rockets' backcourt strength must be upgraded.

The local media outlets asked the Rockets to trade Bulls defender Kobe White, there was no problem. However, from the specific plan, in addition to the two potential new stars, Reed Shepard and "White Devil" Cam Whitmore were put on the shelves and received multiple first-round picks, which seemed unnecessary. In addition to the Rockets' No. 10 pick, there is also a 2028 first-round draft pick, which is just replaced by All-Star Fringe guard Kobe White, which is definitely a high price.

Although Kobe White has played his professional masterpiece this season, averaging 20.4 points, 3.7 rebounds, 4.5 assists per game, and has made key goals many times, Kobe White is 25 years old and has been in the league for 6 years, and is not even considered a serious All-Star. The Bulls also have this consideration, so even though Kobe White just achieved his peak career performance, there is still news that he is considering sending him away. After all, the Bulls still have Josh Gidey and have a future draft pick. Kobe White came to the Rockets and could have greatly improved his backcourt strength. At least he is much better than Jaylen Green. Fred VanVleet is old again, so there is no doubt about this.

But the key depends on how many chips the Rockets need to send out. For example, Reed Shepard, who was not good at last year's Tanhua. Although his performance in the rookie season was poor, it was mainly because of his playing time and role. Reed Shepard has three years of bonus contract, which alone means he is a positive asset. And during college, Reed Shepard set a record three-point shooting percentage. Obviously, if he is given enough opportunities, he can provide positive output.

As for Cam Whitmore, he actually became the surprises several times in the rookie year. This season, it was because the Rockets competed fiercely in the same position that made him fall out of the main rotation lineup. Even in this case, Cam Whitmore still has great potential. He just needs to go to a team that can give enough opportunities and is suitable for him. Therefore, the market conditions and value of the two Rockets are not low. If you have to make multiple first-round picks, it will not make much sense to "just" exchange Kobe White.