BREAKING NEWS: This Is What the Head Coach of the Houston Rockets Said After Jalen Green Leaves for Golden State Warriors…

In a shocking development that has sent ripples across the NBA landscape rising star Jalen Green has officially parted ways with the Houston Rockets to join the Golden State Warriors. The move, which was confirmed late last night, marks a significant shift for both franchises and raises new questions about the future direction of the Rockets. Head Coach Ime Udoka addressed the media early this morning, offering candid and emotional remarks about Green’s departure.

“It’s tough,” Udoka said during a press conference at Toyota Center. “Jalen has been a cornerstone of our rebuild. We watched him grow — not just as a player, but as a leader. Losing him is more than just losing a scorer. It’s losing someone who believed in the vision we were building here.”

Green, who was drafted second overall by Houston in 2021, has steadily developed into one of the league’s most explosive guards. Known for his athleticism, scoring prowess, and fearless mentality, Green averaged 20.8 points per game last season. His decision to join Golden State — a team still stocked with championship pedigree — came as a surprise to many who expected the Rockets to re-sign him to a long-term deal.

When asked whether the Rockets made a strong enough push to retain Green, Udoka didn’t shy away. “We had conversations. The front office did their part. At the end of the day, it was Jalen’s decision. He wanted a chance to contend now, and we respect that. That’s part of the business.”

Despite the disappointment, Udoka emphasized that the Rockets remain focused on their future. “This doesn’t change our trajectory. We’ve got a talented young core — Alperen [Şengün], Jabari [Smith Jr.], Amen [Thompson] — and we’re going to keep building. We’re not hitting reset.”

As for Green’s move to Golden State, the Warriors organization has yet to officially introduce him, but sources close to the situation suggest he’ll be playing a central role alongside Stephen Curry, especially as the team prepares for a transitional era.

“This is part of the league,” Udoka concluded. “We’ll miss Jalen, but we’ll be ready. The journey continues.”

With free agency heating up, this blockbuster move is sure to fuel even more drama as the NBA offseason unfolds.