D'Antoni on Rockets' Future | Houston Rockets News

Mike D’Antoni, the architect of Houston’s 2017-18 65-win season and NBA Coach of the Year, is back in the spotlight — this time reflecting on his legacy and the Rockets’ resurgence. After a rocky post-D’Antoni era, the team is once again climbing the standings with stars like Kevin Durant, Alperen Sengun, and Amen Thompson. In a candid interview, D’Antoni revealed he’d adapt his coaching to fit today’s roster — just as he did with James Harden in Houston — praising Ime Udoka’s defensive discipline and the team’s shooting prowess. He rejected the idea of naming one primary option between Durant, Sengun, and Thompson, instead championing a fluid offense built on ball movement and exploiting defenses. When asked about a potential return to coaching, D’Antoni confirmed his enduring passion for the game — calling it demanding but deeply rewarding — and hinted that while no comeback is guaranteed, the door isn’t entirely shut. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/ca42d8c55fa94742