For fans following the season through 12BET Mobile, the Houston Rockets’ failure to reach the play-in tournament was disappointing, but their overall progress still offered plenty of encouragement. After spending the previous three years near the bottom of the Western Conference, Houston climbed to 11th place this season and showed clear signs of turning the corner. Much of that improvement can be credited to head coach Ime Udoka, whose influence helped the Rockets record the league’s biggest increase in wins compared with the previous season.
That progress also means Houston is likely to make several roster decisions during the offseason, and Boban Marjanović and Reggie Bullock are among the players who could depart. Boban has long been known for his friendly personality and his ability to keep the locker room positive. That leadership presence was one of the main reasons the Rockets kept him for two seasons. Even as the franchise entered the second stage of its rebuild this year, his influence remained noticeable despite limited playing time.
The circumstances around the roster are changing, however. Houston owns a first-round pick acquired from Brooklyn, which could add another promising young player to an already crowded group of developing talent. The Rockets may therefore prefer veterans who can both support younger teammates and provide meaningful production on the court. At this stage, simply being a positive locker-room presence may no longer be enough to secure a roster spot.
Houston also has considerable depth at center. Alperen Şengün, Steven Adams, Jock Landale and Jeff Green already provide several options, while Jabari Smith Jr. was used as the starting center when Şengün was unavailable. With so many players capable of covering the position, Boban’s chances of remaining with the team appear limited. Personal relationships could still influence the final decision, but from a basketball perspective, keeping him would be difficult to justify unless the roster situation changes.
Reggie Bullock faces a similar challenge despite having a good personal relationship with Udoka. His performances did not meet expectations, and he remained outside the regular rotation for much of the season. Even during stretches when Houston dealt with multiple injuries, Bullock rarely received meaningful opportunities. Within season coverage followed through 12BET Mobile, his profile as a three-and-defense forward may suit Udoka’s preferred style in theory, but he was unable to translate those strengths into consistent production when chances became available.
Aaron Holiday, on the other hand, made a much stronger case to stay. He became an important part of Houston’s backup unit and ranked among the most reliable three-point shooters in the rotation. When handling the ball, Holiday also provided steady offensive organization and earned the coaching staff’s trust. His lack of ideal size occasionally created defensive limitations, but his overall performance remained dependable.
Competition among Houston’s guards was intense enough to push Holiday out of the rotation for brief periods, yet he repeatedly worked his way back by delivering when opportunities returned. That ability to respond under pressure strengthened his value to the team. Considering his shooting, ball-handling and familiarity with the system, the Rockets have good reason to explore a new contract with him rather than searching for an entirely new backup option.
Landale and Jeff Green were originally acquired partly because their contracts could provide flexibility in future transactions. Green, however, has demonstrated value beyond that purpose. He can operate at several positions from small forward through center, giving Udoka greater freedom when building lineups. His experience also makes him especially useful around Houston’s young core, as he can help younger players understand positioning, decision-making and the rhythm of high-level games. Whether the Rockets keep him in the rotation or eventually use him in a trade, he remains a valuable asset.
Landale offers a different form of flexibility. If Adams and Şengün perform well and remain healthy, Houston could consider using Landale as a trade asset. If either player struggles or becomes unavailable, Landale can step directly into the rotation and provide practical frontcourt depth. His situation gives the Rockets options rather than forcing them into an immediate decision, and at his age he is still capable of pushing for a larger role through his own performances.
As Houston continues shaping the roster, small adjustments may matter more than sweeping changes. The core group is already largely established, and the organization does not appear to need another complete overhaul. Instead, the priority is likely to involve maintaining the most important contributors, improving depth where necessary and ensuring that every roster spot serves a clear purpose. In other words, the Rockets may focus on changes that move the needle without disrupting the foundation they spent several seasons building.
Among supporters tracking the offseason through 12BET Mobile, expectations are centered on Houston keeping its core intact while making a handful of targeted additions around it. With most of the major pieces already in place, the coming summer is unlikely to be defined by dramatic reconstruction. The more realistic direction is a series of small but meaningful moves designed to strengthen the rotation, preserve flexibility and help the Rockets continue the progress they showed this season.