The Houston Rockets will travel to FedExForum on Wednesday to face the Memphis Grizzlies in a matchup affected by multiple injuries on both sides. Tip-off is scheduled for 8:00 PM ET.
Houston enters the game with a 4-2 record, but several players’ availability remains uncertain. Steven Adams is listed as questionable with left hip flexor tightness. Jabari Smith Jr. is also questionable due to a right ankle sprain. Fred VanVleet, Dorian Finney-Smith, Kevon Harris, and Isaiah Crawford will miss the game due to injuries or G League assignments.
The Rockets’ scoring remains anchored by Kevin Durant, who is averaging 26.2 points per game in six appearances. Alperen Sengun leads the team in rebounds with 8.8 per contest and contributes 7.3 assists per game. Amen Thompson has emerged as a key playmaker, averaging 5.5 assists while adding 17 points per game.
The Memphis Grizzlies, who hold a 3-5 record, are also dealing with multiple absences. Brandon Clarke, Zach Edey, Ty Jerome, and Scotty Pippen Jr. are all sidelined recovering from surgery or injuries.
Ja Morant continues to lead the team, averaging 20.4 points and 7.1 assists per game over seven contests. Jaren Jackson Jr. adds 18 points and 5.4 rebounds per game, while rookie Cedric Coward contributes 15.3 points off the bench.
Houston has won its last two games, defeating Boston 128-101 and Dallas 110-102, while Memphis has dropped its last two, falling to Toronto and Detroit. The Rockets have demonstrated a strong offensive pace, scoring 124.8 points per game with a balanced attack. The Grizzlies, scoring 115.5 points per contest, have struggled to maintain consistency in recent outings.
