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 Friday night at Frost Bank Center. Both teams hold a 5-2 record, facing each other with several key players sidelined.
Houston Rockets Injury Status
- Fred VanVleet continues to recover from left knee surgery and will miss the game.
- Dorian Finney-Smith remains out due to left ankle surgery.
- G League two-way players Isaiah Crawford and Kevon Harris will not participate.
- Steven Adams is questionable with left hip tightness and may be a late decision.
Despite these absences, the Rockets have stayed competitive, led by Kevin Durant and Alperen Sengun. Durant averages 24.0 points and 35.4 minutes per game, while Sengun tops the team in rebounding (9.9) and assists (7.3). Amen Thompson has been impressive lately, scoring 28 points and grabbing 16 rebounds in their recent win over Memphis.
San Antonio Spurs Injury Report
- De’Aaron Fox will miss the matchup due to a right hamstring strain.
- Rookie guard Dylan Harper is out with a left calf injury.
- Luke Kornet remains sidelined with an ankle sprain.
- Veterans Kelly Olynyk and Jeremy Sochan are questionable as they recover.
- Harrison Ingram and Riley Minix are also questionable as call-ups from the G League.
"Fred VanVleet continues to recover from left knee surgery."
"De’Aaron Fox ruled out due to a right hamstring strain."
Both teams face challenges with injuries but rely on their core players to secure a pivotal win.
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