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Jabari Smith Jr. • PF • Rockets

Jabari Smith Jr. Ready for Action Sunday

Houston Rockets forward/center Jabari Smith Jr. (ankle) is not on the injury report for Sunday's I-10 rivalry matchup against the San Antonio Spurs. Smith has played in only one of the last four games as he recovers from an ankle sprain. Reed Sheppard has been starting in Smith's absence, producing some outstanding displays. On Sunday, Sheppard will likely be back in the second unit, but he will continue to have fantasy value as a spark plug off the bench.

3 days ago

Amen Thompson • SG • Rockets

Amen Thompson is Available on Friday

Houston Rockets guard Amen Thompson (ankle) is available to play ahead of Friday's game against the Portland Trail Blazers. Thompson has been upgraded to available after coming into this game with a questionable tag. He tweaked his ankle during Thursday's game, but it won't be enough to keep him off the court. He played 44 minutes during Thursday's overtime loss to the Golden State Warriors. It wouldn't be shocking to see the Rockets monitor Thompson on Friday. Regardless, fantasy managers should feel comfortable plugging him into their lineups ahead of tip-off.

4 days ago

Jabari Smith Jr. • PF • Rockets

Jabari Smith Jr. Returns From Two-Game Absence

Houston Rockets forward/center Jabari Smith Jr. (ankle) will be back in action on Thursday against the Golden State Warriors. He has been cleared to return after sitting out two games with a right ankle sprain. Smith Jr.'s return will hurt Reed Sheppard, who performed well in two outings as his replacement in the starting lineup. Smith Jr. is coming off his best month of the season, having averaged 17.5 points, 6.4 rebounds, and 1.1 blocks in February.

5 days ago

Dorian Finney-Smith • PF • Rockets

Dorian Finney-Smith Sidelined Thursday

According to Lachard Binkley of SI.com, Houston Rockets forward Dorian Finney-Smith (ankle) won't suit up Thursday against the Golden State Warriors. The 32-year-old will sit out the first half of back-to-back games due to left ankle injury management. He will likely be good to go for Friday's matchup with Portland. With Finney-Smith on the shelf, Josh Okogie will likely take on a heavier workload than usual during tonight's clash in Houston.

5 days ago

Amen Thompson • SG • Rockets

Amen Thompson Set to Suit Up Thursday Against Warriors

According to Varun Shankar of the Houston Chronicle, Houston Rockets guard/forward Amen Thompson (ankle) is available to play Thursday against the Golden State Warriors. Thompson sprained his right ankle during Monday's win over the Washington Wizards. However, after a few days of rest, the 23-year-old has been cleared to suit up for tonight's contest. Fantasy managers should expect Thompson to make an impact against the Warriors, as he has been on an impressive run over his last five games, recording three double-doubles.

5 days ago

Alperen Sengün • C • Rockets

Alperen Sengun Active Against Golden State

Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun (illness) is available to suit up against the Golden State Warriors on Thursday. Sengun will play in his 26th consecutive game tonight despite feeling under the weather. Fantasy managers should expect the 23-year-old Turkish big man to continue to produce, as he posted 32 points, 13 rebounds, two assists, one steal, and one block across 38 minutes during Monday's 123-118 win over the Wizards.

5 days ago

Amen Thompson • SG • Rockets

Amen Thompson Tagged as Questionable for Matchup With Warriors

Houston Rockets guard/forward Amen Thompson (ankle) is questionable to play on Thursday against the Golden State Warriors. Houston's jack of all trades sprained his right ankle in Monday's win over the Washington Wizards and might have to sit out only his third game of the season. Rockets head coach Ime Udoka said on Wednesday that Thompson is expected to play against the Warriors, but we won't know for sure until his status is officially upgraded. Houston is starting a back-to-back set and will want to avoid any risk of a more serious injury to Thompson. If Thompson doesn't suit up, Josh Okogie and Aaron Holiday will probably have more prominent roles, though they are unlikely to make a fantasy impact.

5 days ago

Jabari Smith Jr. • PF • Rockets

Jabari Smith Jr. Listed as Questionable for Thursday

Houston Rockets forward/center Jabari Smith Jr. (ankle) is listed as questionable for Thursday's tilt against the Golden State Warriors. While there were reports on Wednesday that Smith Jr. was set to return from a two-game absence, he hasn't been officially cleared yet. If Smith Jr. can't make it back on Thursday night, Reed Sheppard would get another opportunity to impress as a starter. Sheppard began this week by recording his first career double-double, notching 19 points, seven rebounds, 10 assists, six steals, and two blocks in a 123-118 win over the Washington Wizards.

5 days ago

Alperen Sengün • C • Rockets

Alperen Sengun Questionable for Thursday Due to Illness

Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun (illness) is considered questionable for Thursday's matchup with the Golden State Warriors. The Turkish star is battling an illness, which could end Sengun's run of consecutive appearances at 25 games. After a quiet spell, Sengun opened this week with a big 32-point, 13-rebound double-double against the Washington Wizards. Sengun's absence on Thursday would allow Clint Capela to make his second start of the season. Jabari Smith Jr. (ankle) could also see time at center, although he is dealing with a health issue as well and is questionable to play.

5 days ago

Jabari Smith Jr. • PF • Rockets

Jabari Smith Jr. Still Out on Monday

Houston Rockets forward Jabari Smith Jr. (ankle) remains out on Monday versus Washington. He tweaked his ankle during the 113-108 win over the Orlando Magic on Thursday and didn't suit up on Saturday in Miami. Reed Sheppard took his spot in the starting lineup, amassing 14 points, five assists, and four rebounds. Fantasy managers might see more production out of Sheppard against the Wizards, a team that has struggled defensively all year.

Mar 1

Jabari Smith Jr. • PF • Rockets

Jabari Smith Jr. to Miss Game Vs. Heat

Houston Rockets forward/center Jabari Smith Jr. (ankle) will not play in Saturday's game against Miami due to a right ankle sprain. Smith turned his ankle in Thursday's win over Orlando and will miss at least one contest, with his next chance to return coming Monday against Washington. Reed Sheppard is the leading candidate to absorb extra minutes after posting 20 points with five triples, three rebounds, four assists, two steals, and two blocks in 31 minutes off the bench last game. Sheppard has been trending up and is more than a short-term streamer, especially if the added minutes continue.

Feb 27

Jabari Smith Jr. • PF • Rockets

Jabari Smith Jr. Exits with Right Ankle Injury

Houston Rockets forward/center Jabari Smith Jr. (ankle) did not return to Thursday's 113-108 win over Orlando after rolling his right ankle late in the fourth quarter. He finished with 13 points on 6-of-7 shooting with one rebound and one assist across 29 minutes before exiting. Further evaluation is pending, and his status for Saturday is uncertain. Reed Sheppard would be the top fantasy beneficiary after posting 20 points, three rebounds, four assists, two steals, two blocks, and five triples in 31 minutes. Josh Okogie and Dorian Finney-Smith are deeper-league streamers if Smith sits.

Feb 27

Amen Thompson • SG • Rockets

Amen Thompson Not on the Injury Report for Thursday

Houston Rockets guard Amen Thompson (quad) missed Wednesday night's matchup with the Kings due to left quadriceps tendinitis, but he is not on the injury report and should be ready to return on Thursday against the Magic. Thompson will continue to play through the issue as he has for at least a few weeks. It seems to be slowing him down a little on offense, but he's still playing huge minutes and contributing on the defensive end. He did show a little offensive spark with 20 points on Monday against the Jazz, though, and he always brings a high ceiling with his multi-category potential. He can be used in your fantasy lineups as you normally would for Thursday's contest, while Reed Sheppard will return to his normal role after getting extra work on Wednesday and dropping 28 points in 32 minutes against Sacramento.

Feb 26

Dorian Finney-Smith • PF • Rockets

Dorian Finney-Smith Sitting Wednesday vs. Kings

Houston Rockets forward Dorian Finney-Smith (rest) will not play Wednesday against the Kings as the team manages his workload on the front end of a back-to-back. The veteran wing is expected back on Thursday in Orlando. His absence could open a few extra minutes for Josh Okogie and Jeff Green, though neither offers reliable fantasy appeal. Okogie logged two points with one rebound, one assist, and one steal in 13 minutes last game, while Green played two minutes without scoring. Kevin Durant and Tari Eason should absorb most of the wing usage.

Feb 25

Amen Thompson • SG • Rockets

Amen Thompson Won't Play Wednesday

Houston Rockets guard/forward Amen Thompson (quadriceps) has been ruled out for Wednesday's clash against the Sacramento Kings. He will miss a fantastic fantasy matchup with a sore left quadriceps. The Rockets are likely to use Reed Sheppard as Thompson's replacement in the starting lineup. Sheppard has already built some momentum coming off the bench and would be an even more appealing fantasy option as a member of the first unit. The 21-year-old has averaged 13.8 points, 3.8 rebounds, 4.5 assists, and 2.3 steals in eight starts this season.

Feb 25

Jae'Sean Tate • SF • Rockets

Jae'Sean Tate to Be Re-Evaluated in Two Weeks

Houston Rockets forward Jae'Sean Tate (knee) has been diagnosed with a Grade 2 MCL sprain and will be re-evaluated in two weeks, putting him on track for an extended absence. The 30-year-old reserve had already fallen out of the fantasy mix, averaging just 8.4 minutes with a limited 13.4 usage rate, so his injury carries minimal impact in standard leagues. Josh Okogie and Dorian Finney-Smith should absorb available wing minutes, though neither has shown reliable production. Finney-Smith logged three points and four rebounds in 20 minutes last game, keeping this a low-priority fantasy situation.

Feb 24

Tari Eason • SF • Rockets

Tari Eason Set to Suit Up Against Clippers

Houston Rockets guard/forward Tari Eason (lower leg) has been upgraded from questionable to available for Wednesday's game against the Clippers, marking his first appearance in both legs of a back-to-back set this season. Eason has averaged 13.6 points, 6.8 rebounds, 2.6 three-pointers, and 1.2 steals in 31.3 minutes over his last five games, though he managed just six points on 20 percent shooting Tuesday. He remains a serviceable category contributor, especially in steals and threes. His availability keeps Jabari Smith Jr. and Amen Thompson in stable roles while limiting deep-league minutes for Josh Okogie.

Feb 11

Alperen Sengün • C • Rockets

Alperen Sengun Will Suit Up Wednesday

Houston Rockets forward/center Alperen Sengun (lower leg) has been upgraded to available for Wednesday's game against the Clippers after initially being listed as probable. He will play the second leg of a back-to-back after logging 35 minutes with 22 points, seven rebounds, and five assists in Tuesday's 102-95 win. Sengun has averaged 19.6 points, 10.6 rebounds, 5.8 assists, 1.0 steals, and 1.0 blocks in 33.1 minutes over his last five games. He remains a locked-in fantasy anchor, while Clint Capela stays in a limited reserve role behind him.

Feb 11

Dorian Finney-Smith • PF • Rockets

Dorian Finney-Smith is Unavailable on Wednesday

Houston Rockets forward Dorian Finney-Smith (ankle) is ruled out ahead of Wednesday's game against the Los Angeles Clippers. As expected, Finney-Smith will sit out the second game of the back-to-back set. The Rockets have been cautious with Finney-Smith while he deals with a lingering ankle issue. His absence could mean an increased role for Josh Okogie, with Tari Eason (ankle) considered questionable for this game. Okogie could offer some low-end streaming appeal if Eason is unable to play.

Feb 11

Amen Thompson • SG • Rockets

Amen Thompson Available Versus OKC, Will Come Off the Bench

Houston Rockets guard Amen Thompson (illness) will play on Saturday versus OKC. He's not feeling the best. While the 23-year-old will at least be available, he'll come off the bench. It's unknown how much action Thompson will see against the champs. Although he's still a must-start in season-long fantasy setups, DFS managers may want to pump the brakes. Reed Sheppard, averaging 13.4 points, 4.4 steals, 4.2 assists, and 1.0 blocks in five starts this season, will replace him in the rotation.

Feb 7

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