“Jalen Green and Jabari Smith Jr. Caught in Explosive Feud Over Alleged Betrayal—Did It Cost the Rockets Their Season?”
The Houston Rockets’ young core may not be as united as it seems, as rumors of a major feud between Jalen Green and Jabari Smith Jr. have begun to circulate. Insiders claim the two rising stars had a heated altercation in the locker room after a recent game, with tensions boiling over due to an alleged betrayal.
While the exact nature of the dispute remains unclear, sources suggest it stems from a personal matter involving a mutual acquaintance. “It’s deeper than basketball,” a team insider revealed. “Something happened off the court, and now it’s affecting the team.”
Witnesses say the argument nearly escalated into a physical confrontation before veteran players intervened. Rockets head coach Ime Udoka has reportedly spoken to both players separately in an attempt to diffuse the situation, but there is concern that their relationship may be beyond repair.
The drama comes at a crucial time for the Rockets, who have been trying to rebuild into a playoff contender. If Green and Smith can’t resolve their issues, the front office may be forced to consider breaking up the young duo. Some league executives believe a trade could be in the works, with multiple teams already inquiring about Smith’s availability.
With the season hanging in the balance, will the Rockets be able to mend this rift, or will personal issues tear apart their young core? Only time will tell, but if things don’t improve soon, major changes could be on the horizon.
