Steve Nash praises Houston Rockets' potential under Ime Udoka
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 9, 2026, 4:10 AM
Last updated Oct 9, 2026

Steve Nash lauds the Houston Rockets for their potential under head coach Ime Udoka. He notes that the Rockets have a promising mix of young talent and veteran experience, yet they must improve their perimeter shooting to become serious contenders in the Western Conference. Nash highlights the team's strong defensive mindset but emphasizes that last season's offensive struggles were largely due to inconsistent shooting and spacing issues. The Rockets hired shooting specialist Chip Engelland to focus on developing the shooting mechanics of key players Alperen Şengün and Amen Thompson, aiming to enhance their overall offensive performance this season.
- •Steve Nash praises Rockets' potential and emerging talent.
- •Rockets aim to become more competitive in the Western Conference.
- •Inconsistent perimeter shooting has hindered their offense.
- •Chip Engelland hired to improve shooting mechanics of key players.
- •Focus on Alperen Şengün and Amen Thompson's offensive development.
- 4:10 AMYahoo Sports — Steve Nash Comments on the Potential of the Houston Rockets
"Hall of Famer Steve Nash praises the Houston Rockets' immense potential under Ime Udoka, but the team must improve its perimeter shooting
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