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Rockets Reunion Could Happen After Shock Retirement

The Houston Rockets could look to bring back a familiar face.
Jeremy Brener|
Apr 14, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Houston Rockets forward Reggie Bullock Jr. (25) controls the ball against Los Angeles Clippers guard Terance Mann (14) during the first half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images
Apr 14, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Houston Rockets forward Reggie Bullock Jr. (25) controls the ball against Los Angeles Clippers guard Terance Mann (14) during the first half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images | Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

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When the Houston Rockets traded for AJ Griffin from the Atlanta Hawks, he was supposed to be a younger replacement with more upside for Reggie Bullock.

However, plans have changed over the past few days as Griffin has shockingly decided to step away from the game of basketball. The 21-year-old was the No. 15 overall pick by the Hawks in the 2022 NBA Draft.

Griffin wasn't expected to be a major player for the Rockets this season, but he had a lot of upside as a recent high draft pick. With Griffin gone, the Rockets may want to consider a reunion with Bullock.

Bullock, 33, averaged 2.2 points per game for the Rockets last season in 44 appearances. While his role was significantly reduced this past season compared to the year before, Bullock is still a veteran capable of playing in the NBA.

The Rockets have valued continuity this offseason, as all but two players on the roster were on the team a year ago. No. 3 overall pick Reed Sheppard and Griffin were the only newcomers as they were swapped out for Bullock and veteran center Boban Marjanovic.

Bringing Bullock back would give the Rockets even more familiarity with the team and system and another veteran to lean on as the season draws out.

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Jeremy Brener
JEREMY BRENER

Jeremy Brener is an editor, writer and social media manager for several On SI sites. His work has also been featured in 247 Sports and SB Nation as a writer and podcaster. Brener grew up in Houston, going to Astros, Rockets and Texans games as a kid and resides in Central Florida. He graduated from the University of Central Florida with a Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism minoring in Sport Business Management. Brener can be followed on Twitter @JeremyBrener.

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