An unexpected byproduct of the Warriors signing of Derek Fisher is that the Rockets, who were also courting Fisher, remain without a quality point guard.  This leaves the very available Nick Van Exel an option to join the Rockets, becoming a viable third scoring option.  Van Exel resides in Texas and has made it clear that he would welcome playing for any of the three Texas teams.

Other point guards being considered by the Rockets are Antonio Daniels and Kevin Ollie