Houston Rockets guard Jalen Green (4) drives against Oklahoma City Thunder guard Luguentz Dort during the first half of a preseason NBA basketball game, Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2024, in Oklahoma City. (AP Photo/Nate Billings)

Houston Rockets forward Tari Eason (17) talks to coach Ime Udoka, left, during the first half of a preseason NBA basketball game against the Oklahoma City Thunder, Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2024, in Oklahoma City. (AP Photo/Nate Billings)

Houston Rockets guard Fred VanVleet, right, talks to forward Dillon Brooks (9) on the bench during the second half of a preseason NBA basketball game against the Oklahoma City Thunder, Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2024, in Oklahoma City. (AP Photo/Nate Billings)