Rockets' massive offseason mistake could set them up for a disaster on offense

This offseason, the Houston Rockets have been among the premier teams in the league as far as the quantity and the immensity of their activity on the market.

Yet, although their offseason was highlighted by their blockbuster acquisition of Kevin Durant, their lack of an open roster spot heading into the season could handicap their flexibility, preventing them from addressing any need that may arise as training camp approaches.

Therefore, although the Rockets are undeniably in a much better position offensively than they were last season, their active offseason could lead to an unforeseen disaster as their rotation ultimately shakes out.

Rockets' lack of an open roster spot could prevent them from addressing a dire need

Houston, in addition to the Durant trade, had a huge offseason, filling out their roster in an effort to elevate themselves into true contenders. They snatched Dorian Finney-Smith in free agency from the Los Angeles Lakers, brought in Clint Capela on a three-year deal as a depth addition at center, brought in Josh Okogie on a one-year deal and signed JD Davison to a two-way contract.

Moreover, their departures outside of the Durant trade did not strip them of much talent. In addition to trading Cam Whitmore to the Washington Wizards, the organization waived Jock Landale and and allowed N'Faly Dante to depart in free agency to the Atlanta Hawks.

Combined, the three players only played an average of 16.8 minutes per game for the Rockets last season, and the team's offseason additions are certain to make up for these losses.

Yet, the team still has at least one undeniable need, a lack of proven ball-handlers in their backcourt beyond Fred VanVleet, and it remains to be seen how their bench unit as a whole will develop.

While many teams have left themselves an open roster spot in order to grant themselves the flexibility to make a late-offseason or even an in-season acquisition, Houston has filled all 18 of their full and two-way roster spots.

With players such as Russell Westbrook, De'Anthony Melton, Malcolm Brogdon, Seth Curry and even Ben Simmons are still available as a result of a relatively cold market this offseason, the help that the Rockets needs is certainly still out there and available.

However, the lack of flexibility that they have left themselves could force them to waive a player if this need becomes dire at some point in the season, leaving them in a very difficult and somewhat predictable predicament.

Therefore, while Houston's front office should certainly be praised for a laudable offseason, there is still a very present danger that could arise as the season begins.