The Rockets set a 79-year NBA record with their first pick, and there were three good news after the game.

In the NBA regular season, the Houston Rockets faced the Washington Wizards at home. The whole game was ups and downs but exciting. In the end, the Rockets relied on their multi-point offensive firepower and steady defensive performance to easily win 135-112. This victory not only brought the Rockets' record in the first 10 games of this season to 7 wins and 3 losses, tying the best start in team history during the 19-20 season between Harden and Westbrook, but also witnessed the highlight moment of rookie rookie Sheppard setting the NBA's 79-year historical record. The three pieces of good news after the game made the prospects of this young team's season clearer.

The Rockets were on full fire in the first quarter. Durant scored 16 points in a single quarter, leading the team to a 40-25 offensive. The whole team relied on Shen Jing's inside support and Amen's breakthrough goals. The internal and external linkage was smooth, and the three-point shooting rate remained high. However, the Wizards' defense was useless. On the offensive end, they only relied on Sarr to score sporadically. They fell behind by 15 points in the first quarter. The Rockets' offensive was even stronger in the second quarter, with a 13-0 run, scoring 41 points in a single quarter and leading by a disparity of 81-54 at halftime. Sheppard and Ethan took turns on the bench. The former hit three-pointers frequently, while the latter rushed inside to cause damage. Although the Wizards tried to chase points through three-pointers, there were too many defensive loopholes and the point difference continued to widen.

In the third quarter, the Wizards launched a counterattack and launched a 9-0 offensive wave, recovering 11 points 33-22 in a single quarter. George connected the team's offense and defense, and Sarr continued to cause damage in the interior. The Rockets appropriately slowed down their pace and reduced their main force consumption. Although they lost more points in a single quarter, they still maintained their lead at 23 points. In the fourth quarter, the Rockets regained control of the rhythm. Sheppard hit four consecutive three-pointers to continue their firepower. The team played steadily and held on to a 32-25 advantage in a single quarter. The Wizards' physical fitness declined, their offensive efficiency declined, and they attacked many times. However, the Rockets secured the victory through stable passing and efficient finishing, and finally won the game 135:112.

This victory is inseparable from the comprehensive outburst of the Rockets players. The six core and substitute players all produced outstanding statistics, truly achieving "everyone can score and everyone can shine." As the core of the team's offense, Durant's performance in this game can be called a "fixing needle". He contributed 23 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Not only was he able to break through and score with his personal ability at critical moments, he also sent many precise passes to connect teammates. The offensive end was steady and steady, fully demonstrating the strength of a superstar.

Amen showed super high offensive efficiency, making 8 of 11 shots from the field, with a shooting percentage of 72.7%, and finally scored 18 points, 1 rebound and 8 assists. He is fast and stable in transitions between offense and defense, and his passing vision is also quite broad. He has accurately found teammates in open positions several times, creating many easy scoring opportunities for the team. He can be called the "efficient engine" of the team's offense, and his condition is extremely hot.

Shen Jing's performance was even more comprehensive. He scored 16 points on 16 shots, 13 rebounds and 6 assists. He made achievements on both offense and defense. He plays an indispensable role in the interior. He can not only grab key rebounds to ensure the team's second offensive opportunity, but also protect the basket on the defensive end. What's even more rare is that he can also coordinate passes and connect interior offenses, building a solid interior offensive and defensive system for the team, and is the team's "internal pillar."

Smith Jr. also had stable output, contributing 15 points, 8 rebounds and 3 assists. He may seem inconspicuous on the court, but his role is crucial. He can hit three-pointers from the outside to open up offensive space. He can actively grab rebounds and make up defense inside. He is very solid on both ends of the offense and defense. He is an important "glue" in the lineup and silently provides reliable support for the team.

The most surprising thing is the performance of the bench. Sheppard and Ethan can be called "surprise players" and have become an important help for the team to win. Ethan scored 20 points and 6 rebounds. He was aggressive in the paint and had a strong ability to cause damage. Sheppard was even more powerful, scoring 21 points, 3 rebounds and 3 assists. He had a hot touch from the outside and hit key three-pointers many times. The two teamed up to shoulder the offensive and defensive responsibilities of the bench, making great contributions to the team's widening of the points gap and securing the victory.

Sheppard not only scored efficiently in this game, but also set a new record in the 79-year history of the NBA, becoming the most dazzling focus of the game. The 2024 prospect has been feeling hot recently. He came on as a substitute in this game and only played 24 minutes and 41 seconds, but he handed over a perfect report card. He made 8 of 11 shots, including 5 of 8 three-pointers. His touch was ridiculously accurate. He also scored 2 steals and 1 block. He had a strong presence on both offense and defense. His plus-minus value of +13 proved the team's huge advantage when he was on the court.

What's even more amazing is that this game allowed Sheppard to unlock a historic achievement. According to statistics, he has scored in double figures in 4 consecutive games, and his true shooting percentage in each game is no less than 80%, becoming the youngest guard to achieve this achievement in the 79-year history of the NBA. His performance in these four games was more eye-catching each time: he scored 21 points against the Wizards, with a true shooting percentage of 91.8%; he scored 16 points against the Bucks, with a shooting percentage of just 80%; he scored the same 16 points against the Spurs, maintaining an 80% true shooting percentage; he also scored 12 points against the Grizzlies, with a true shooting percentage as high as 85.7%.

You must know that it is extremely difficult to stabilize the true shooting rate above 80%. This requires players to not only shoot accurately, but also draw fouls and get to the free throw line, with extremely high efficiency. As a rookie, Sheppard can do this for four consecutive games, which is really amazing. He was already valued by the Rockets for his historic shooting ability. Now he is quickly realizing his talent in the NBA. Not only has he become the firepower of the Rockets' bench, but he has also proven his potential with records. This big victory and the birth of a new record make the Rockets' best start to the season even more valuable, and also make fans full of expectations for Sheppard's future.

In addition to the victory of the game itself and Sheppard's historic performance, there were three pieces of good news after the game, which boosted the morale of the Rockets and made the outside world confident in the future of this team.

The first good news is that the team tied for the best start in team history in the past four years.. After this campaign, the Rockets achieved a record of 7 wins and 3 losses in the first 10 games of this season, successfully tying the best start in team history during the 19-20 season between Harden and Westbrook. You know, the Rockets have been in the rebuilding stage in the past few seasons, their record has been ups and downs, and fans have also experienced many disappointing moments. But now, the team can show such stable competitiveness at the beginning of the season, which is enough to show that the reconstruction work has achieved remarkable results, and the team's running-in and progress are obvious to all. Whether it is the multiple blooms on the offensive end or the coordinated operations on the defensive end, they have been qualitatively improved than before. This start also boosted the morale of the team and laid a solid foundation for the subsequent schedule.

The second good news is that the role players have fully exploded, and Durant can finally "lay down and win." As the core of the team, Durant did not need to go all out in this game. He easily led the team to victory by efficiently contributing 23 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. In the past, the Rockets often needed Durant to shoulder the offensive responsibility. He not only had to score by himself, but also organized and connected, often playing to exhaustion. Now, the role players around him have completely stepped up. Amen scored 18 points and 8 assists on 8 of 11 shots. Shen Jing contributed 16 points, 13 rebounds and 6 assists on offense and defense. Sheppard and Ethan on the bench even scored 41 points together. The team's multi-point performance prevented Durant from having to fight at high intensity for a long time. He could not only save energy to deal with subsequent tough battles, but also enjoy the victory easily. This model of "core decompression and role players filling in" is a sign that a strong team is maturing, and it also makes the Rockets' way of winning more sustainable.

The third good news is that the whole team is blossoming and the offensive and defensive system is becoming increasingly mature. In this game, 6 Rockets players scored in double figures. The main team and the substitutes were seamlessly connected. The offensive end was smooth and efficient, and the defensive end could also effectively limit opponents. Behind this is the gradual formation of the team's tactical system, and the chemical reaction between the players is getting stronger and stronger. In the past, the Rockets' offense may have relied more on individual players' singles, but now it relies more on teamwork, with more tacit passing and more reasonable movement. Everyone can find their own position in the system and play to their own advantages. On the defensive end, the players' coordination ability has also been significantly improved. They have done a good job in supplementary defense and assisting defense, which effectively limited the Wizards' offensive efficiency. This overall performance gives the Rockets enough confidence and confidence to face stronger opponents in the future.