According to reporter Jake Fischer, following VanVleet's season-ending knee injury, executives from other teams have naturally viewed the Rockets as potential suitors for Morant.

The report states that the Rockets need creativity in the backcourt, and Morant, at just 26 years old, appears to be a good fit on paper for their needs. However, the Rockets are currently in a wait-and-see mode, hoping to observe how their current roster performs in more games before considering any major adjustments.

After seven games, the Rockets sit third in the Western Conference with a 5-2 record. Their +13.0 point differential per game leads the league, surpassing the Thunder's +11.5.