Rockets vs. Spurs: Key Injury Updates Before NBA Cup Matchup
The Houston Rockets and San Antonio Spurs have released updated injury reports ahead of their important NBA Cup West Group C game on Friday at Frost Bank Center. Both teams enter the matchup with identical 5-2 records and several players sidelined.
Houston Rockets Injury Report
- Fred VanVleet remains out, recovering from left knee surgery.
- Dorian Finney-Smith is sidelined after left ankle surgery.
- G League two-way players Isaiah Crawford and Kevon Harris will not play.
- Steven Adams is questionable due to left hip tightness and might be a late decision.
Despite missing key veterans, Houston stays competitive, led by Kevin Durant and Alperen Sengun. Durant averages 24.0 points in 35.4 minutes per game, while Sengun tops the team in rebounds (9.9) and assists (7.3). Amen Thompson has also made a strong impact, scoring 28 points and grabbing 16 rebounds in Houston’s recent win over Memphis.
San Antonio Spurs Injury Report
- De’Aaron Fox is ruled out with a right hamstring strain.
- Rookie guard Dylan Harper is sidelined due to a left calf injury.
- Luke Kornet remains out with an ankle sprain.
- Kelly Olynyk and Jeremy Sochan are questionable as they recover.
- Harrison Ingram and Riley Minix are questionable, called up from the G League.
"Despite missing key veterans, the Rockets have maintained strong form behind Kevin Durant and Alperen Sengun."
The Spurs face multiple injury setbacks but hope to manage their recovery timeline effectively to stay competitive in the group stage.
Author's summary: The Rockets and Spurs meet with several injuries impacting key players, yet both teams rely heavily on stars like Durant and Sengun to maintain their strong starts in the NBA Cup.