## Jalen Green’s Rough Start To Season Could Trigger Rockets Trade

Houston Rockets guard Jalen Green has struggled to find his footing in the early going of the 2022-23 NBA season. Through the team’s first 10 games, Green is averaging just 12.4 points per game on 37.2% shooting, well below his expectations as a lottery pick in the 2021 NBA Draft.

## Background: Preseason Expectations

After a promising rookie season in which he averaged 17.3 points per game, Green was expected to take a significant leap forward in his second year. The Rockets invested heavily in upgrading their roster this offseason, adding Kevin Porter Jr. and Jabari Smith Jr. to pair with Green in the backcourt.

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Green’s struggles have been particularly evident in his shooting. He is currently shooting just 29.8% from three-point range, a far cry from his 36.3% mark last season. Additionally, Green has been prone to turnovers, averaging 3.1 per game.

The frustration has started to show for Green. After the Rockets’ loss to the New York Knicks on November 10, Green admitted that he was “not playing well enough.” He also said that he was “not happy” with his performance.

## Analysis and Impact

Green’s poor start to the season has raised concerns about his long-term future with the Rockets. Some analysts believe that the team may be forced to consider trading Green if he does not improve his play quickly.

“If Green continues to struggle, the Rockets may have to consider moving him,” said ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski. “He is still a young player with a lot of potential, but the Rockets need to see results now.”

## Conclusion

The Rockets are hopeful that Green will eventually turn things around, but they are also aware of the need to improve their roster in order to compete in the Western Conference. If Green continues to struggle, the Rockets may be forced to make a difficult decision about his future.