Predicting the Houston Rockets Best Closing Lineup
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By Amir Motameni
Published on July 29, 2026.
The Houston Rockets are expected to be healthier next season with Fred VanVleet and Steven Adams returning to the lineup, and Marcus Smart has been added to the team's already deep rotation. The Rockets now have multiple talented two-way players capable of closing out games. SI's On SI Rockets writers suggest the ideal five-man closing lineup should include Kevin Durant, Jabari Smith Jr. and Amen Thompson, and Alperen Sengun. They also suggest that Marcus Smart will get the majority of the opportunities based on his experience.
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