Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NBA. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Rockets fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys.
This week’s question has us looking forward to the 2026 NBA Playoffs. The Rockets currently sit in fifth place, but they have been jockeying with three other teams in their tier — the Denver Nuggets, LA Lakers, and Minnesota Timberwolves. The Nuggets have won 9 in a row, but the other two
teams have been slumping.
The Rockets would be playing the Lakers if they season ended today. What we’d like to know is which one of the teams in their current tier would you least like to meet in the postseason, Lakers, Nuggets or Wolves? Who would be the toughest matchup?
Cast your vote, tell us in the comments, and we’ll be back soon with results.
