Houston Rockets center Steven Adams offered a humorous take on the highly anticipated release of Rockstar Games’ GTA VI, suggesting the long-awaited title will negatively impact the performance of professional athletes across the globe. During the team’s media day on Tuesday, Adams joked that as players get caught up in the game, athletic standards across major leagues are destined to “plummet,” even suggesting that coaching quality could become “horrendous” as the staff succumbs to the game’s allure.
The upcoming title has been a focal point of industry anticipation since Rockstar first announced its development in 2023. Originally slated for a fall 2025 arrival, the launch faced multiple delays—first to May 2026 and finally to the current scheduled release date of November 19. With expectations that it will be among the largest open-world experiences ever created by the studio, many observers believe professional players may sacrifice sleep to log hours in the game, lending credence to Adams’ lighthearted warning.
Beyond his gaming commentary, the media session also provided an update on Adams’ physical status following a difficult recovery period. The veteran big man was sidelined for the latter half of the previous season after suffering a significant ankle injury during a January matchup against the New Orleans Pelicans. That setback required surgery and forced him to miss the remainder of the campaign.
After undergoing an extensive rehabilitation process, Adams is now prepared to rejoin the Rockets lineup for the upcoming season. Given his critical role in anchoring Houston’s defensive rotations last year, his return is viewed as a vital component for the team’s success in the crowded Western Conference. The center enters the season eager to resume his duties on the court, provided he can resist the urge to spend his late nights gaming.
The buzz surrounding GTA VI has only intensified following the arrival of its latest trailer earlier this month. While the gaming world prepares for the November launch, the sports community remains focused on the NBA season ahead, tracking team rosters across the league—from the Atlantic division’s Boston Celtics and New York Knicks to the Pacific division’s Los Angeles Lakers and Golden State Warriors. The report also notes that teams All NBA TEAMS Atlantic Boston Celtics Brooklyn Nets New York Knicks Philadelphia 76ers Toronto Raptors Central Chicago Bulls Cleveland Cavaliers Detroit Pistons Indiana Pacers Milwaukee Bucks Southeast Atlanta Hawks Charlotte Hornets Miami Heat Orlando Magic Washington Wizards Pacific Golden State Warriors Los Angeles Clippers Los Angeles Lakers Phoenix Suns Sacramento Kings Southwest Dallas Mavericks Houston.
