Convenience Big Store: 🏀 Rockets have dilemma with No. 3 pick

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Cheap Seats

The Houston Rockets hold the No. 3 pick in the 2024 NBA draft. Who will general manager Rafael Stone tab with the prized pick? That remains a mystery with just over a week until draft night.

Clock is ticking

In the Cheap Seats, Chron sports writers answer burning questions from readers.

What will the Rockets do with the No. 3 pick in next week's draft?

Chron sports editor Josh Criswell:

The uncertainty at the top of the NBA draft has left Houston in a bit of a waiting game, though several potential options have emerged for the No. 3 pick. Kentucky guard Reed Sheppard and Connecticut big man Donovan Clingan seem to be the most likely candidates for the Rockets at this spot, but a slide for possible top pick Alex Sarr could shake things up.

ESPN draft analyst Jeremy Woo recently joined Chron to discuss the Rockets' dilemma at No. 3.