Broadcast on January 6th news Rockets lost 114-131 to Jazz at home today, and the rocket player Tate, who missed 31 games, returned this game. After the game, Rocket coach Silas talked about Tate in an interview.
“I think Tate’s return is good for the team. I think we can really defend well and we can turn the situation around. Tate’s ability to put pressure on the other side on the defensive side can minimize the shooting problems we may encounter.” Silas said, “We need to make sure that we can shoot when he is on the court. Tate is plug and play. No matter where we need him, whether we are on the other side’s point guard or the other side’s center position, he has the ability to have an impact.”
“Tate can help me, he can help our team. He always speaks a lot.” Silas continued, “he played very well tonight. Of course, he is still a little rusty, but his energy is really good for our team. I am really glad that he can come back, because sometimes, what matters is not what you say, but how you say it. He can always speak things well. This is not just the information transmitted, but the information transmitter. He can always make everyone understand in a way other than preaching.”
Tate played this game at 19 minutes 15 seconds, scored 5 in 8 shots, 1 in 3-point 2, contributing 11 points, 2 rebounds, 2 assists and 2 steals.