25+27+30! Rockets Rising Star is underestimated, Uduka makes it clear, he can sign a big contract with 100 million yuan

US media ESPN released the list of top 100 stars in the new season, and some are happy and some are sad. The Thunder, Nuggets and Knicks all have 6 players selected, tied for the league; the Timberwolves, Knicks and Hawks all have 5 players selected, followed closely; the Houston Rockets only 4 players selected, as many as the Clippers, Warriors, Spurs, Mavericks and Heat! It’s better if Van Jordan misses the top 100 stars in advance, it’s really surprising that the Rockets’ lucky player Ethan misses the list.

Ethan himself did not agree with the ranking of this list and expressed his dissatisfaction at the first time. He said bluntly: I firmly believe that I should be included in the top 100 players in the league, and my data is enough to prove this. During the playing time I have obtained, the data I handed over is quite competitive compared to other players. Last season, Ethan played 57 games for the Rockets, averaging 12 points + 6.4 rebounds + 1.5 assists + 1.7 steals + 1.1 three-point shooting percentages in the three events were 48.7%, 34.2% and 76% respectively. Among them, on November 3, Ethan scored 27 points + 9 rebounds + 3 blocks, setting a career high; on February 13, Ethan contributed 25 points + 9 rebounds + 4 assists; on March 15, Ethan scored 30 points + 8 rebounds + 2 assists + 2 steals, setting a career high.

25 points + 27 points + 30 points, the Rockets' new star missed the NBA's eight star list, and even the Rockets' new player Durant couldn't stand it anymore. He spoke out for Ethan in an interview and said bluntly: Ethan is indeed underestimated. He is the kind of player you have to sit down and watch the game seriously to truly understand. Only those who truly love basketball and understand basketball know what he can bring to the team. That’s right, Ethan not only has comprehensive data, but is also good at seizing opportunities and can control the outcome! According to statistics from the NBA official website, Ethan started 16 games last season, averaging 15.1 points + 6.8 rebounds + 1.9 assists. The Rockets' record is 12 wins and 4 losses, with a winning rate of up to 75%. In comparison, Ethan's 41 games on the bench averaged only contributed 10.9 points + 6.2 rebounds + 1.3 assists. The Rockets' record is 24 wins and 17 losses, with a winning rate of 58.5%.

In the interview after the Rockets' training, Ethan reiterated: I am already a top 100 player in the league! At the same time, Ethan also talked about the goals of the new season. He said bluntly: I am eager to play a more important role in the team. In the past three years, my playing time has only been 20-25 minutes. I hope to increase playing time and get more opportunities. I improved my skills during the offseason. I hope the team can have the tactics designed for me, even once, such as hand-in-hand cooperation, and more independent choice of offensive opportunities. Of course, this requires improving the wisdom of the game, and I need to learn to exert force in the right position. The implication is: I have not fully demonstrated my true strength.

In response to this, Uduka made the point clear in an interview and responded to Ethan. He said bluntly: Ethan can always bring vitality from the bench and is naturally defensively sensitive, but the offensive end must be improved. You must understand tactical arrangements, know how to get opportunities from different teammates, and also expand your skills. Ethan is good at cutting the air, can squat at the bottom corner, and can also drive conversion attacks, but in a critical half-field position battle, Ethan must be able to understand our tactical intentions. At the same time, we should also observe how well he adapts to the starting lineup and the substitute lineup and find the best balance point. The implication is: Ethan is indeed a rising star with explosive power, but he cannot be satisfied with being a master of chaos, but must learn to become a real puzzle for a championship team.

Ethan's rookie contract has the last one year left, and his annual salary in the new season is US$5.68 million. According to previous reports by US media, negotiations between Ethan and the Rockets have been ongoing. Ethan is eager to get a five-year, $122 million contract, while the Rockets' expected price is between $90 million and $100 million in five years. There are differences between the two sides, but not big. Each step back can reach a consensus! Considering Ethan's talent and potential, once Ethan becomes a restricted free agent in 2026, there may be a large number of teams in the league that will offer high-priced contracts for him, and the Rockets will be more passive. Therefore, for the sake of reason and profit, the Rockets can allow Ethan to sign a large contract worth 100 million US dollars. Fans, what do you think about this? Let me leave me a comment and discuss it.