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Rockets-Lakers Game 2 ADJUSTMENTS | Can Alperen Sengun LIFT Houston's Offense WITHOUT Kevin Durant?

Houston Rockets face must-win pressure as Kevin Durant’s injury status looms large in Game 2 against the Los Angeles Lakers. Can Alperen Şengün rise to the occasion and anchor Houston’s offense, or will shooting woes and stagnant ball movement haunt the Rockets again? Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) explores the critical offensive and defensive adjustments Ime Udoka’s squad must make—highlighting the need for three-point threats, smarter mismatch hunting, and tougher perimeter defense to counter the Lakers’ historic shooting night.

Key topics include rotation tweaks for Reed Sheppard, the debate between starting DFS or Jae’Sean Tate, and strategies for neutralizing LeBron James and Luke Kennard. Plus, a bold argument: should Houston rest Kevin Durant for the series to test the young core’s mettle or play him now and risk aggravating his injury? Don’t miss Jackson Gatlin’s sharp analysis and daring predictions on the Rockets’ playoff path.

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