However, teams still use the hack-a-Steven Adams tactic to limit his time on the court so that his defensive contributions do not impede them. He was frustrated by this tactic in the first four games.

The Houston Rockets’ 2024-25 season was a tale of two teams offensively. While they smashed the boards on the offensive glass, their half-court offense struggled to keep up. Steven Adams ...

Rockets’ Steven Adams has turned dirty work into an art form vs. Warriors Steven Adams has been an imposing force as both an offensive rebounder and a shot-blocker.

Houston Rockets center Steven Adams (12) blocks a shot by Golden State Warriors forward Jimmy Butler III (10) at Chase Center in San Francisco on Friday, May 2, 2025. Houston Rockets won the game ...

That combined with Adams' very limited availability. In the early stages of the season, Adams was only playing one to two games a week, often needing at least two days of rest before suiting up again.

Houston Rockets reserve center Steven Adams is looking forward to his first playoffs with the Rockets. Adams has been a key member off the bench this season, allowing head coach Ime Udoka to play ...