Nick Crain

Joined: Apr 24, 2024

Nick has spent the last four seasons covering the Oklahoma City Thunder and has grown quickly in the media since starting. He’s continued to produce Thunder content through writing for Forbes.com and podcasting with The Uncontested Podcast, as well as branching out to cover the NBA as a whole for SLAM Online.

Tennessee guard Dalton Knecht (3) celebrates a call by an official during a NCAA Tournament Sweet 16

Mar 10, 2024; Sacramento, California, USA; Houston Rockets guard Aaron Holiday (0) before the start

Mar 28, 2023; Houston, TX, USA; McDonald's All American West forward Ron Holland (1) in action

Mar 28, 2023; Houston, TX, USA; McDonald's All American West forward Ron Holland (1) during the

If Houston ops to select a wing in the 2024 NBA Draft, which prospects would be the best fit?

Jun 24, 2022; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets general manager Rafael Stone reacts during a

After ties were recently broken by the NBA this week, the overwhelming odds are that the Rockets' second-round pick (via the Warriors) will be pick No. 44 overall.

Mar 31, 2024; Detroit, MI, USA; Tennessee Volunteers guard Dalton Knecht (3) reacts in the first

While Houston could opt to take the best player available regardless of position, what type of player would be the best fit for the Rockets in the 2024 NBA Draft?

Jan 1, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets forward Tari Eason (17) dribbles the ball during

While there's many different ways the Rockets can improve this offseason, getting a healthy Tari Eason back will make a significant difference next season.

Team Detlef forward Matas Buzelis (13) of the G League Ignite watches his shot go in to win the game

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In the 2024 NBA Draft, the Houston Rockets should consider selecting Ignite prospect Matas Buzelis.

May 14, 2019; Chicago, IL, USA; A general view of the stage prior to the 2019 NBA Draft Lottery at

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Due to protections on a Rockets pick owned by the Thunder, there's still a 7.1% chance that Houston retains its own selection in the 2024 NBA Draft.

Feb 27, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun (28) dribbles the

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Although his season was cut short, Alperen Sengun made a real case for NBA Most Improved Player.

Apr 12, 2024; Portland, Oregon, USA; Houston Rockets forward Cam Whitmore (7) drives to the basket

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Although he's proven he can score points in a hurry, Houston Rockets guard Cam Whitmore will need to do much more on the offensive end to reach his ceiling.