Declining Standings Highlight Rockets’ Struggles in NBA Power Rankings

After a hopeful start to the season, the Houston Rockets have encountered a series of setbacks that have caused their standing in the NBA power rankings to slip considerably. Once viewed as a promising young squad, recent inconsistencies on both offense and defense have undermined their momentum. Defensive breakdowns and scoring droughts have become more frequent, while injuries and a lack of team synergy have further compounded their challenges.

Key contributors to the Rockets’ downward trend include:

• Fluctuating shooting accuracy, especially from three-point range
• High turnover frequency disrupting offensive rhythm
• Difficulty executing in clutch moments
• Defensive vulnerabilities exploited by opponents’ mismatches