But even as the Rockets marveled at Novak' s smooth stroke and deft touch, there was something he seemed unable to do with that shot: Guarantee playing time in the regular season.

• 尽管火箭惊讶于诺瓦克出类拔萃的射术；但这并不能就可以保证诺瓦克可以在常规赛上拥有充足的上场时间.