Tari Eason Fantasy Stats

Houston Rockets forward Tari Eason (oblique) will be sidelined for 4-6 weeks, head coach Ime Udoka announced on Saturday. Eason was diagnosed with a strained oblique following his early exit from Friday's victory over the Portland Trail Blazers. The 24-year-old has been an important contributor in the rotation, averaging 11.5 points and 5.2 rebounds across 23.2 minutes, with close to 51 percent shooting from outside. Josh Okogie has broken into the starting lineup and may now see even more playing time due to Eason's absence. Reed Sheppard's role could also expand in the rotation.

Houston Rockets forward Tari Eason (hip) didn't return to Friday's NBA Cup win over the Portland Trail Blazers. The former LSU Tiger logged only 11 minutes in total before suffering a right hip contusion, requiring assistance off the floor. He would finish the night with three points and five rebounds. Eason remains a valuable bench piece for the Rockets, averaging a career-high 12.3 points and 53.1% shooting from behind the arc, adding 5.2 rebounds and 1.6 assists. He may miss time. Of course, it's too early to speculate, although fantasy managers should still plan to see Eason on the injury report heading into Sunday's game versus the Orlando Magic. If he can't suit up, Aaron Holiday may be the favorite to see extended minutes. However, Holiday will need at least a few productive showings to earn a spot on most fantasy rosters.

Houston Rockets forward Tari Eason appears to be lined up to be a restricted free agent next offseason, according to ESPN's Shams Charania, who reports that the rookie did not sign his rookie extension before Monday's deadline. When healthy, the Bucket from the Bayou has shown a high ceiling, but he has battled a leg injury that has limited him from playing back-to-backs. This year, he's expected to be a key part of Houston's bench rotation after averaging 12.0 points and 6.4 rebounds last year. He'll definitely be a name to watch on the market next year if he can play his way into a bigger role in his fourth year with the Rockets.

Houston Rockets forward Tari Eason (leg) may not play in back-to-backs early in the season, according to head coach Ime Udoka. Eason dealt with a leg issue last season that kept him out of 13 games during December and January. His left leg underwent surgery in early 2024 for a stress reaction, so between that and his issues last season, the Rockets will want to approach him with caution. The plan for back-to-backs won't be much new for the 24-year-old, as Houston used this same plan last season after his leg injury. When active, Eason can be an effective player as he averaged 12.0 points and 6.4 rebounds last year, mostly off the bench. He has publicly stated he's motivated for a more elevated role this season. Fantasy managers looking for a deep sleeper pick may want to target the 24-year-old in the late rounds of their draft.

Houston Rockets forward Tari Eason will rejoin the starting lineup on Thursday against the New Orleans Pelicans. He will take the place of Jabari Smith Jr., who is coming off a couple of quiet performances as a starter. Despite moving to the bench on Tuesday against the Indiana Pacers, Eason recorded an impressive double-double with 16 points and 14 rebounds. He has averaged 13.2 points, 5.7 rebounds, 1.5 blocks, and 2.2 steals in six starts this season. Amen Thompson, Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks, and Alperen Sengun complete Houston's starting lineup against the Pelicans.

According to Danielle Lerner of the Houston Chronicle, Houston Rockets forward Tari Eason (leg) will be out of the lineup for Monday's matchup with the Oklahoma City Thunder due to left lower leg injury management. With Eason sidelined, Jabari Smith will likely be in the starting lineup and take on extra minutes. Smith was on the floor for 20 minutes on Saturday against the Kings, posting five points, seven assists, and one block.

Houston Rockets forward Tari Eason (leg) is considered questionable on Monday for the big-time matchup with the Oklahoma City Thunder. The team may keep him out for injury management reasons after his lower leg kept him out of a big chunk of games earlier this season. Dillon Brooks (knee), Amen Thompson (shoulder), and Alperen Sengun (back) are all questionable too, so if Eason does play, he should get plenty of minutes. On the other hand, Jabari Smith Jr. would see a big uptick in minutes. Then, the other open minutes would potentially be split by Cam Whitmore, Jock Landale, and maybe even Jeff Green. Smith was the only one to play in their last game and registered five points, seven rebounds, and one block.

Houston Rockets forward Tari Eason (leg) is unavailable against the San Antonio Spurs on Wednesday. Eason is out due to leg injury management and is getting a rest day for the second half of back-to-back games. The 23-year-old finished with 12 points, six rebounds, two steals, one assist, and one block in 32 minutes of work in a 100-97 win over the Bucks on Tuesday. With Eason sidelined, forward Jabari Smith will likely be in the starting lineup and may have some fantasy upside with extra minutes on the floor.

Houston Rockets forward Tari Eason (leg) is not on the injury report for Tuesday's game against the Milwaukee Bucks. He missed the last game against the Utah Jazz as he continued to manage a lower leg injury, and the team completed a back-to-back set. Eason has been a starter in each of his last five appearances, but Jabari Smith Jr.'s return to action hurts his chances of maintaining the role going forward. This hurts Eason's fantasy appeal, though he has also been productive coming off the bench, averaging 11.2 points, 6.3 rebounds, and 1.9 steals as a member of the second unit this season.

Houston Rockets forward Tari Eason (lower leg) will not be in the lineup on Thursday against the Golden State Warriors. Eason has managed a lower leg injury throughout the campaign, and the team will keep him out of action for the second leg of a back-to-back. On Wednesday, Eason had a big night against the Phoenix Suns, scoring a team-high 25 points while also recording nine rebounds, four assists, and three steals in 34 minutes. Eason started instead of Aaron Holiday, who may move back to the starting unit for Thursday's action. At the same time, Cam Whitmore and Jae'Sean Tate could see a few extra minutes with Eason unavailable.