Oct 28, 2021; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets guard Jalen Green (0) reacts after a play during the second quarter against the Utah Jazz at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports
Houston Rockets rookie impressed his fans by gifting his shoes to a young fan. Fan’s reaction is priceless.
NBA games are played with aggression and a competitive mindset. The player on the court is under immense pressure to perform and that might change his attitude even in the “cool-down” period. But some players like Jalen Green seems connected with the fans and impresses them with some sweet gestures now and then.
NBA’s overall 2nd pick in the 2021 draft, Jalen Green has been a sensational rookie for the Rockets team. He has played and started 22 games for Houston Rockets, and clocking around 31 minutes per game. Jalen quickly became a fan favorite with his athleticism and scoring.
Jalen Green is averaging 15.5 points per game in his rookie season, second only to Christian Wood in the team. Though the Rockets are struggling this season, a young prodigy like Jalen is what cheers the Houston fans.
Rockets were playing against Miami Heat on 31st December night. Hardcore Rockets fans came in to support their team on New Year’s Eve and show their love for their stars. Miami was short-handed with injuries to players and Covid-19 protocol, so fans were expecting a tough match.
But Jimmy Butler (37 points), Kyle Lowry (12 points), and Herro (16 points, 9 assists) ensured 120-110 defeat to the Rockets. Jalen Green scored 16 points in the game while Jaseasn Tate scored team-high 22 points for the Rockets.
While returning from court, divested with the loss – Jalen Green was spotted talking to a fan and suddenly gifts his right shoe to a nearby young Rockets fan. The boy seemed surprised and started crying. A New Year gift for the young fan maybe.
Many NBA players have expressed their gratitude to the fans before but Jalen might be a rare Rookie to do so. His gesture is being appreciated by many fans.
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