Rockets vs. Spurs: Key Injury Updates Before NBA Cup Matchup
The Houston Rockets and San Antonio Spurs will face off Friday night at Frost Bank Center in a pivotal NBA Cup West Group C game. Both teams hold a 5-2 record, but several important players are sidelined due to injuries.
Houston Rockets Injury Report
- Fred VanVleet remains out while recovering from left knee surgery.
- Dorian Finney-Smith continues to miss games following left ankle surgery.
- G League two-way players Isaiah Crawford and Kevon Harris will not play.
- Steven Adams is questionable with left hip tightness and could play pending a late decision.
Despite these absences, the Rockets have stayed competitive, led by standout performances from Kevin Durant and Alperen Sengun.
Durant is averaging 24.0 points in 35.4 minutes per game, while Sengun leads the team in rebounds (9.9) and assists (7.3).
Amen Thompson has also impressed recently, scoring 28 points and grabbing 16 rebounds in Houston’s latest victory over Memphis.
San Antonio Spurs Injury Report
- De’Aaron Fox is ruled out due to a right hamstring strain.
- Rookie guard Dylan Harper is sidelined with a left calf injury.
- Luke Kornet remains out with an ankle sprain.
- Kelly Olynyk and Jeremy Sochan are questionable as they progress in their return.
- Harrison Ingram and Riley Minix are also questionable call-ups from the G League.
Both teams face challenges with their rosters, making this matchup crucial for Group C standings.