Where Does Rockets Coaching Job Rank Amongst NBA?

The Houston Rockets may not be ready to be full-fledged contenders right now, but they have a ton of intriguing pieces on the roster on top of several future first-round selections.

That's why CBS Sports writer Sam Quinn ranked the job No. 17 overall out of 30 for all NBA teams.

Bruce Kluckhohn-USA TODAY Sports

"The Rockets are a bit of a mystery box at this point, but a promising one. Alperen Sengun and Jalen Green have both had All-Star-caliber stretches, but neither is a proven franchise cornerstone. The young talent beyond those two is unproven but exciting, especially Amen Thompson," CBS Sports writes. "Ultimately, this job's upside is tied to Houston's ability to find a superstar. The Rockets don't have an heir to James Harden as the face of their franchise, but they have the tools to find one. If they do? This becomes a much better job."

It's possible that the Rockets have the next face of their franchise on the roster at this moment. If not, there's a chance they could find it in the next three years as they control the Brooklyn Nets' future picks. In 2025 and 2027, they have a pick swap and in 2026, they own their pick outright. All of those picks are projected to go high in the lottery, much like how the last four years have gone.

The Rockets will be able to add to that core with the No. 3 overall pick in next week's draft.

You can follow Jeremy Brener on X.