As the NBA draft approaches, the Houston Rockets find themselves holding the 10th overall pick, following a strong 52-30 season. With a wealth of young talent already on their roster, there’s speculation that the Rockets may trade this pick for immediate help. Reports suggest they’re considering options to avoid creating a logjam for their guard prospects Reed Sheppard and Cam Whitmore. If they decide to keep the pick, there are several intriguing draft prospects available.

Current mock drafts predict a variety of players could be selected at No. 10, including Illinois guard Kasparas Jakučionis, Arizona forward Carter Bryant, BYU guard Egor Demin, and South Carolina forward Collin Murray-Boyles. All of these candidates could bolster the Rockets' roster, but the decision to trade or keep the pick will have lasting implications for the team’s future.