The Houston Rockets’ double-big lineup was all the craze in 2024-25. Having Steven Adams and Alperen Sengun both in the starting lineup seemed like it may have

Amen Thompson scored a season-high 27 points, Alperen Sengun added 26 points and 11 rebounds and the Houston Rockets outlasted the Dallas Mavericks for a 110-102 victory on Monday night.

Bleacher Report’s Eric Pincus believes so as well, predicting Houston creates a three-team trade that nets them two-time All-Defensive and NBA champion Derrick White. MORE: Potential Grizzlies trade sees Memphis finally cut ties with Ja Morant, in favor of $120 million All-Star, 6MOTY

Houston isn't in the market to make any long-term trades at the moment. But if one came along, it could be with a team that desperately needs something back.

The Houston Rockets have a promising roster, and surprisingly, the starting lineup made history as all of them bring size above 6 ft.

Defense was supposed to be Houston's strength, as it was a year ago. Yet it's thriving on the other end of the floor.

Kevin Durant led the way for Houston in Saturday’s victory as he ended the game with 26 points and four rebounds while Alperen Sengun added 16 points, 10 rebounds and nine assists of his own. While both teams are looking for a key victory in Monday’s matchup, both squads may be without multiple key players due to injuries.