ClutchFans: Rockets GM Rafael Stone NBA Summer League interview: – Really likes rookie Bruce Thornton – the unique build, physicality, shotmaking and ability to take care of the ball. Test will be if he can translate that to the next level. – Very excited about Marcus Smart‘s versatility. “Feels like a Rocket so I’m glad we could finally make it happen.” He says he’s happy with him defending any position, including at center. – Loves the defensive switchability options the Rockets now have with Smart, Jabari, Tari and Amen. – Wants to take the minutes load off of Kevin Durant this season. – Says Reed Sheppard has “put on a ton of good weight, a bunch of muscle.”
