Rockets vs. Spurs: Injury Updates Before NBA Cup Matchup
The Houston Rockets and San Antonio Spurs have released their latest injury reports ahead of their important NBA Cup West Group C game on Friday night at Frost Bank Center. Both teams hold a 5-2 record, with several key players sidelined due to injuries.
Houston Rockets Injury Status
- Fred VanVleet is out as he continues recovering from left knee surgery.
- Dorian Finney-Smith remains 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 may be a late game-time decision.
Despite missing key veterans, the Rockets are performing well, led by Kevin Durant and Alperen Sengun. Durant is averaging 24.0 points in 35.4 minutes per game. Sengun is the team's leader in rebounds (9.9) and assists (7.3). Amen Thompson is also having a standout stretch, 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 with a left calf issue.
- Luke Kornet remains out due to an ankle sprain.
- Veterans Kelly Olynyk and Jeremy Sochan are questionable as they continue their return-to-play progression.
- Harrison Ingram and Riley Minix are questionable as G League call-ups.
"The Houston Rockets and San Antonio Spurs will meet Friday night at Frost Bank Center for a crucial NBA Cup West Group C matchup, with both teams entering at 5-2 and several notable names on the injury list."
This matchup will test the depth and resilience of both teams amid injury challenges.
Author's summary: Both the Rockets and Spurs face significant injury hurdles ahead of their key NBA Cup game, challenging their depth as they vie for control in West Group C.
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