By Jeff Case
The Houston Rockets are expecting a big playoff run in 2015, what with their fancy, new pregame intros and whatnot. Tuesday night’s Game 2 moved Houston to 2-0 in its series with the rival Dallas Mavericks and delighted the fans at Toyota Center — one of whom was Houston Texans star J.J. Watt.
Before the game, Watt and his fellow Rockets fans were treated to a masterful rendition of the “Star Spangled Banner” by 12-year-old Nicholas Connors:
After which Watt congratulated Connors on his rendition (and clearly shocked him in the process):
And lastly, Watt soaked up the Rockets’ win with some celebratory dancing:
VIDEO: J.J. Watt dances after the Game 2 win
Man, that kid was amazing! Keep it up Connors!