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Rockets' Clint Capela: Nearing return to play
Head coach Ime Udoka stated Monday that Capela (ankle) could be cleared to return either Nov. 15 in Washington or Nov. 16 in Miami, Lachard Binkley of SI.com reports.
Capela is missing a fourth straight game Monday against Denver due to a right ankle sprain, but he appears to be trending in the right direction. He'll presumably need to log 5-on-5 work before gaining clearance to play, though the Rockets haven't disclosed how far along the big man is in his rehab.
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Rockets' Steven Adams: Could return Sunday
Head coach Ime Udoka said Monday that Adams could return as soon as Sunday's game at Washington, Lachard Binkley of SI.com reports.
The veteran center is still recovering from a right soleus strain and hasn't played since Oct. 23. With Adams and Clint Capela (ankle) both sidelined, Tari Eason and Jabari Smith figure to see increased burn at center.
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Rockets' Oscar Tshiebwe: Dealing with illness
Tshiebwe has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Nuggets due to an illness.
With Clint Capela (ankle) and Steven Adams (calf) sidelined, Tshiebwe has been able to appear in six straight games, averaging 6.8 minutes a night. With all three backup centers unavailable, Jabari Smith and Tari Eason might play some small-ball five minutes behind Alperen Sengun.
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Rockets' Clint Capela: Remains out Monday
Capela (ankle) is listed as out for Monday's game against Denver.
Capela will miss his fourth consecutive game Monday, meaning his next opportunity to return will come Wednesday versus Golden State. With Steven Adams (calf) also sidelined, Jabari Smith will likely continue to spend more time at the five behind Alperen Sengun. Oscar Tshiebwe may also see a few extra minutes of work.
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Rockets' Bruce Thornton: Rejoins NBA squad
Houston recalled Thornton from the G League's Rio Grande Valley Vipers on Saturday.
Thornton is back with the Rockets after delivering a strong display in Friday's G League game against the Austin Spurs, racking up 31 points, eight rebounds and five assists in that outing. It has been more difficult for him to impress at the NBA level though, as he still looks to improve on his averages of 2.0 points and 0.2 rebounds in 3.0 minutes per game over the 2026-27 campaign.
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Rockets' Fred VanVleet: Hits four threes Saturday
VanVleet tallied 16 points (6-12 FG, 4-9 3Pt), three rebounds, four assists and a block across 31 minutes in Saturday's 102-99 loss to the Suns.
VanVleet supplied efficient perimeter scoring, converting four three-pointers for the third time in his last five outings while contributing four assists. His established role, both as a playmaker and scorer, and consistent three-point volume continue to provide fantasy utility, particularly in category formats emphasizing assists and perimeter shooting. He's also taken a step forward offensively, as he has overcame a slow start to the campaign to score at least 16 points in four of his last five outings. By all means, the veteran floor general, who missed the entire 2025-26 season while recovering from an ACL injury, is trending in the right direction.
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Rockets' Amen Thompson: Scores 17, adds four blocks
Thompson registered 17 points (7-15 FG, 3-4 FT), eight rebounds, a steal and four blocks across 39 minutes in Saturday's 102-99 loss to the Suns.
Thompson has scored in double digits in all but one appearance this season, and he complements that with solid peripheral numbers. This time, he ended just two boards shy of a double-double and recorded a season-high four blocks. Even though Thompson is more known for his all-around prowess than his scoring numbers, the fact that he's averaging over 15 points per game while delivering 6.5 boards, 3.0 assists and a combined 1.8 steals-plus-blocks make him a valuable fantasy option across all formats.
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Rockets' Kevin Durant: Scores 21 despite shooting woes
Durant posted 21 points (5-14 FG, 1-7 3Pt, 10-11 FT), 10 rebounds, three assists and a steal across 38 minutes in Saturday's 102-99 loss to the Suns.
Durant struggled from the field against his former team, but his 10 made free throws and double-digit rebounds helped preserve a productive fantasy outing. Any player can have an off shooting night, but Durant found a way to stay relevant and even finished with a double-double, so fantasy managers shouldn't focus too much on his shooting woes, as they're not a consistent issue to begin with. Durant remains a dependable high-volume option despite occasional shooting struggles.
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Rockets' Jabari Smith: Nets 15 points with full line
Smith racked up 15 points (7-12 FG, 1-4 3Pt), nine rebounds, two assists, one block and three steals over 39 minutes during Saturday's 102-99 loss to Phoenix.
After failing to record any steals in his previous three outings, Smith ripped away a season-high three swipes Saturday, and this was his fourth game of the season with at least one steal and block. He's off to a strong start this season, flirting with top-20 value behind averages of 17.3 points, 6.4 rebounds, 2.3 assists, 2.8 triples, 1.0 steals, 1.0 blocks and just 1.0 turnovers per game on 50.8 percent shooting from the field and 86.2 percent at the stripe.
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Rockets' Clint Capela: Another absence coming
Capela (ankle) is out for Saturday's game against the Suns.
The veteran big man is managing a sprained right ankle, which is costing him a third consecutive contest. His next chance to return arrives Monday, when the Rockets host the Nuggets.
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Rockets' Bruce Thornton: Heads to G League
The Rockets assigned Thornton to the G League's Rio Grande Valley Vipers on Thursday.
This is a move designed to get Thornton some extra live reps. He remains off the fantasy radar in most leagues.
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Rockets' Tari Eason: Solid bench production continues
Eason logged nine points (4-10 FG, 1-5 3Pt), six rebounds, one assist and two steals in 24 minutes during Wednesday's 117-107 loss to the Timberwolves.
Eason turned in another decent performance, maintaining top-100 value despite inconsistent playing time. At this stage, his minutes seem to be dictated by who is and isn't available on any given night, making him a somewhat flighty asset. With that said, he is making the most of his time on the floor, averaging 10.2 points, 5.9 rebounds, 0.9 three-pointers and 2.3 combined steals and blocks. He's picked up at least one steal or block in all nine of his outings this season.
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Rockets' Alperen Sengun: Triple-doubles in loss
Sengun racked up 17 points (5-15 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 7-9 FT), 12 rebounds, 10 assists and three blocks across 39 minutes during Wednesday's 117-107 loss to the Timberwolves.
Sengun recorded his first triple-double of the season, albeit in a losing effort. It continues what has been a strong start to the season, as he is currently putting up first-round value in standard leagues. Through seven appearances, he has averaged 22.4 points, 9.1 rebounds, 8.1 assists, 1.0 three-pointers and 2.4 combined steals and blocks.
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Rockets' Bogdan Bogdanovic: Scoreless again in loss
Bogdanovic provided no counting stats across five minutes during Wednesday's 117-107 loss to the Timberwolves.
Bogdanovic has seen his role evaporate in recent times, to the point where he is barely seeing the floor. In four games over the past week, he has averaged just 2.5 points in 10.0 minutes per contest, barely making him a top-400 asset. At this point, he would require a number of injuries to players ahead of him in the rotation to have any shot at putting up fantasy value.
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Rockets' Steven Adams: Remains without timetable
Head coach Ime Udoka said Wednesday that Adams (calf) is still without a timetable to return and will be evaluated on a "weekly basis," Varun Shankar of the Houston Chronicle reports.
Adams hasn't played since Oct. 23 due to a right soleus strain and remains without a definitive timetable to return. Oscar Tshiebwe figures to see increased burn until Capela (ankle) or Adams returns.
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Rockets' Clint Capela: Out with ankle sprain
Capela (ankle) is out for Wednesday's game against the Timberwolves.
The veteran big man is nursing a sprained right ankle, which is costing him a second consecutive contest. His next chance to return arrives Saturday, when the Rockets visit the Suns in Phoenix.
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Team Statistical Rankings
| PTS/G | OPP PTS/G | |
|---|---|---|
| Team |
116.0 (11th) |
107.0 (5th) |
Injuries
| Player | Injury |
|---|---|
| S. Adams C Steven Adams C | Calf |
| C. Capela C Clint Capela C | Ankle |
| O. Tshiebwe PF Oscar Tshiebwe PF | Illness |