Including Rockets, Draft Prospect Scoot Henderson Thinks About Potential NBA Fit
HOUSTON — Houston Rockets owner Tilman Fertitta recently disclosed which draft prospect he hopes his franchise lands in June. But the Rockets have an equal chance of landing Scoot Henderson if they miss out on the top overall selection to draft Victor Wembanyama.
The general public considers Henderson the second-best prospect entering the 2023 NBA Draft. Henderson understands he will not fall below the draft lottery. And the G League Ignite prospect has already started to think about his fit on each potential top team — which includes the Rockets.
"I definitely think about playing with guys," Henderson said. "I've seen the Raptors, thinking about what it's going to be to play with Scottie [Barnes]. Or like playing with Melo [LaMelo Ball]. The Rockets, what's it like to play with that young corps? And of course, the [San Antonio] Spurs.
"I think about it. But I do not take it into serious consideration because I really do not know. I just try to control what I can control. And that's working out and how to expand my game."
Henderson did not reveal which player or team he prefers. But he acknowledged his desire to play in an explosive backcourt next to another dynamic guard. He described the idea as "showtime."
But regardless of which team calls his name on June 22 inside the Barclays Center, Henderson will bring his O.D.D. [overly determined to dominate] mentality to the next level.
"I came up with that and based it on how I look at life and the game of basketball," Henderson said. "Everybody should look at life, their day, like that and maximize it."
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