Should the Rockets chase Morant to strengthen the backcourt? US media suggests a 7-for-1 plan: Create a super luxurious lineup to win the championship

On November 2, the Grizzlies suspended Morant for one game on the grounds that his behavior had a negative impact on the team. After the news came out, many media believed that Morant's relationship with the Grizzlies coaching staff had broken down and he was likely to leave the team through a trade. If Morant leaves the Grizzlies, which teams might he join? The US media Sportskeeda analyzed and believed that the three teams have a higher probability, among which the Rockets are considered to be the most suitable team for Morant. The media's analysis is as follows -

The Houston Rockets are Morant's most reasonable next destination. To solve their offensive woes, the Rockets have introduced Kevin Durant, but the team still needs a point guard. The team has yet to find a replacement for starting point guard VanVleet - VanVleet suffered a torn anterior cruciate ligament after renewing his contract with a two-year, $50 million contract and will be unable to play this season.

The presence of Durant and Shen Jing can reduce the pressure on Morant in the game and may even help Morant improve his three-point shooting percentage. The 26-year-old Morant, Shen Jing, Amen, and Jabari Smith Jr. form a young core that fits the team's timeline, even after the "Durant Era" ends. It can also be seamlessly connected. Rather than waiting for VanVleet to return, introducing Morant is a better option - VanVleet will turn 32 in February and will not recover from a knee injury until the 2026-27 season, when he will be approaching 33 years old.

Although the Rockets have won three consecutive victories, the point guard's shortcomings must be resolved when facing more powerful opponents. Morant could be listed as a trade target.

Sportskeeda listed a 7-for-1 simulated trading plan, the details are as follows-

The Rockets get : Morant

The Grizzlies received: VanVleet, Finney-Smith, Aaron Holiday, 2028 first-round pick, 2030 first-round pick, 2026 second-round pick and 2028 second-round pick.

Through this deal, the Rockets will get rid of the contract burden of the two injured players VanVleet and Finney-Smith, without sacrificing Shepard and Eason, but they will need to pay two first-round picks and two second-round picks. Although Finney-Smith holds a four-year contract, only next season's salary is guaranteed. By 2027, the Grizzlies will no longer have contracts for VanVleet, Finney-Smith and Holiday on their payroll.

So far this season, Morant is averaging 20.8 points, 3.3 rebounds and 6.7 assists per game, shooting 40.6% from the field and 15.6% from the three-point range. However, the outside world generally believes that this is not his true level, and changing a team may help Morant improve his condition.

The other two potential destinations mentioned by Sportskeeda are the Kings and Heat. Do you think Morant will leave the Grizzlies? Which team will he join? Welcome to leave a message to express your opinion.