Even if Houston didn't have some of those hang-ups, Antetokounmpo would still be the best option. He is an unstoppable offensive force who could also enhance their length, athleticism and overall disruption on defense. He could emphasize their greatest strength while also shoring up their most glaring weakness.

One of those options is Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen, who was listed as a potential Rockets trade target by Bleacher Report writer Zach Buckley. "Markkanen isn't quite a tier-one offensive force,