Rockets' 22 winning streak belongs to Adelman

It's crazy !!! It's Amazing! yes, this is NBA, where amazing happens. Rockets had a smart choice this summer when they choose Adelman as their coach. It's Adelman who made Rockets confident and united to get their second longest win in NBA history--22.

When we talk about the Princeton system invented by Rick Adelman at the beginning of the season, few people can get the true meaning of it. Actually, the turning point happened when Tracy McGrady was hurt. At that time Rick talked to McGrady and hoped he could change his style for the benefit of the whole team. McGrady at first was reluctant to accept it, and he replied that i would like to play my way, i don't think i am wasting the chances of other players. At that time Yao was still there and they began to win games. When the winning streak extended to 5, Yao and other players proved that the game belongs to five. They once had a tough game and lost to Denver but they gained confidence and unity. Luther Head proved he is not only a 3-pointer shooter but a versatile player. So did Scola and Landry.

When McGrady returned, he didnot start at first game. From that we know Adelman was successful in convincing McGrady. If we say Adelman is better than Van Gandy in one point, the point is he gives trust to players and uses Novak and other players whom Van Gandy may never employ. Adelman is a master of dealing with relationships.

When they won their 12th victory, Yao was hurt. That is a blow to their. But Rockets with confidence is no more the Rockets before. When they trust each other and make transition harmoniously no one could stop them.

Tracy McGrady realized that, so he changed and advanced to a higher level toward Great Players. Tracy was not playing well during game against Lakers but a worst Tracy with others beat the best MVP contender Kobe Bryant. It's the victory of Rockets but i would like to attribute the victory to the coach Rick Adelman.

Next game they will face Celtics, which has the strongest insiders in NBA. It will be the real test for the Rockets without Superstar player Yao.