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Aaron Holiday Aaron Holiday tallies 19 points off the bench
Sat, Dec 6, 2025, 6:39 PM
Aaron Holiday finished Saturday's loss to the Mavericks with 19 points (7-of-12 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), two rebounds, one steal, one block and three three-pointers.
Analysis: On a night when their starting backcourt of Amen Thompson and Josh Okogie combined to score 15 points, the Rockets received solid contributions from Holiday and Reed Sheppard (12/2/3 with two three-pointers) off the bench. The 19 points were the second-most in a game this season for Holiday, who has reached double figures in six of his last seven appearances. However, his fantasy value remains extremely low. The recent run does not change the fact that managers should leave Holiday on the waiver wire. |
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Jabari Smith Jabari Smith Jr. records 22/8/3/1/1 stat line
Sat, Dec 6, 2025, 6:39 PM
Jabari Smith Jr. tallied 22 points (10-of-19 FGs), eight rebounds, three assists, one steal, one block and two three-pointers in Saturday's loss to the Mavericks.
Analysis: Smith took advantage of Alperen ?engün's absence due to an illness, recording a complete stat line while shooting better than 50 percent from the field. While he has reached double figures in scoring in 13 straight games, Saturday's defeat was the third in which Smith scored at least 20 points. While he is providing top-100 value, Smith has a limited ceiling due to the presence of ?engün and Kevin Durant. |
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Kevin Durant Kevin Durant leads Rockets with 27 points Saturday
Sat, Dec 6, 2025, 6:38 PM
Kevin Durant accounted for 27 points (11-of-20 FGs, 4-of-4 FTs), one rebound, three assists and one three-pointer in Saturday's loss to the Mavericks.
Analysis: Of the 71 points scored by Rockets starters, Durant and Jabari Smith Jr. were responsible for 49 of them. The limited production from the other starters was too much to overcome in Dallas, as Houston desperately missed Alperen ?engün (illness). Over the past two weeks, Durant has provided top-15 value in eight- and nine-cat formats. Houston plays once during Week 8, and they'll have a total of five games in leagues that will combine Weeks 8 and 9 to account for the NBA Cup. |
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Clint Capela HOU starts Thompson, Okogie, Durant, Smith, Capela
Sat, Dec 6, 2025, 1:23 PM
NBA Lineups
Amen Thompson, Josh Okogie, Kevin Durant, Jabari Smith Jr. and Clint Capela will start Saturday's game against the Mavericks.
Analysis: With Steven Adams already out, the Rockets will also be without Alperen ?engün on Saturday. As a result, Capela moves into the starting lineup and is worth a look in deep leagues out of necessity. The other four starters are unchanged. |
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Alperen Sengun Alperen ?engün (illness) out Saturday vs. Dallas
Sat, Dec 6, 2025, 1:10 PM
Mike Curtis
Alperen ?engün (illness) is out for Saturday's game against the Mavericks.
Analysis: ?engün will miss a second straight game, with Steven Adams replacing him in the starting lineup for Friday's win over the Suns. However, with Adams also out, Clint Capela could move into the starting lineup on Saturday. He hasn't affected fantasy basketball this season, but the chance to start may change that. |
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Alperen Sengun Alperen Sengun (illness) doubtful Saturday
Sat, Dec 6, 2025, 8:40 AM
Alperen Sengun (illness) is doubtful for Saturday's game against the Mavericks.
Analysis: Sengun missed Friday's game against the Suns with Steven Adams taking his place in the starting lineup. Adams is going to rest Saturday so Clint Capela will be in line for a rare start if Sengun is ultimately ruled out. |
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Jabari Smith Jabari Smith Jr scores 16 points in win over PHX
Fri, Dec 5, 2025, 5:02 PM
Jabari Smith Jr. recorded 16 points (5-of-8 FGs, 5-of-5 FTs), two rebounds, two assists, and one three-pointer in the win over the Suns on Friday.
Analysis: Smith Jr. tallied another double-digit scoring performance, marking his 18th in 19 games this season ??" he didn't get many looks at the rim on Friday but made the most of his opportunities. There wasn't much production elsewhere for the fourth-year forward against Phoenix, but it wasn't needed in the lopsided win. He'll have a chance to find more production on Saturday against Dallas. |
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Amen Thompson Amen Thomspn puts up 31 points Friday vs. Phoenix
Fri, Dec 5, 2025, 4:57 PM
Amen Thompson finished with 31 points (12-of-17 FGs, 6-of-6 FTs), four rebounds, one assist and one three-pointer in the win over the Suns on Friday.
Analysis: Thompson put on a stellar display of basketball on the offensive end against the Suns. He made use of the charity stripe but also dominated inside the arc, making 11 two-point shots before reaching the 30-point mark for the first time all season. He led all scorers for the game and extended his streak of 20-point games to three. He'll have a chance to secure another high-scoring outing against the Mavericks on Saturday. |
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Kevin Durant Kevin Durant drops 28 points Friday against Suns
Fri, Dec 5, 2025, 4:51 PM
Kevin Durant amassed 28 points (11-of-17 FGs, 4-of-4 FTs), four rebounds, eight assists, three steals, one block and two three-pointers in Friday's win over the Suns.
Analysis: Durant put on a very balanced performance on Friday in the first game of the season against his former team. He was accurate inside the arc, as well as beyond it, but also dished out a game-high in assists while being active on the defensive end. Arguably, the only blemish on the night for the two-time Finals MVP was the five turnovers he committed. He otherwise had a successful outing and continues to play well in his first season with the Rockets. |
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Alperen Sengun Alperen ?engün (illness) ruled out vs. Phoenix
Fri, Dec 5, 2025, 12:25 PM
Duane Rankin
Alperen ?engün (illness) will miss Friday's game against the Suns.
Analysis: ?engün was downgraded from questionable to out ahead of Friday's matchup with the Suns. The Rockets will instead start veteran center Steven Adams in place of ?engün as they look to secure a second win over Phoenix this season. Clint Capela should move to second on the depth chart at the center position for Friday's game, which should allow more minutes than usual to find production. |
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Steven Adams Steven Adams starting in place of Alperen ?engün
Fri, Dec 5, 2025, 12:24 PM
Will Guillory
Josh Okogie, Amen Thompson, Kevin Durant, Jabari Smith Jr. and Steven Adams will start against the Suns on Friday.
Analysis: With Alperen ?engün sidelined due to an illness, Adams will start in his place. Rockets coach Ime Udoka said that Adams will sit on Saturday against the Mavericks, so if ?engün remains out, Clint Capela could be in line for his first start of the season. |
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Alperen Sengun Alperen Sengun (illness) now questionable Friday
Fri, Dec 5, 2025, 8:41 AM
Alperen Sengun (illness) is now questionable for Friday's game against the Suns.
Analysis: Sengun popped up as questionable with an illness on Friday afternoon ahead of the matchup against the Suns. The 23-year-old center's status is up in air with mere hours to get over his illness. If Sengun is out, Steven Adams and Clint Capela will handle the center duties for the Rockets. |
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Amen Thompson Amen Thompson records 20/12/7/2/1 line vs. SAC
Wed, Dec 3, 2025, 5:30 PM
Amen Thompson accumulated 20 points (8-of-16 FGs, 4-of-4 FTs), 12 rebounds, seven assists, two steals and one blocked shot in Wednesday's win over the Kings.
Analysis: A 20-point scorer in two consecutive games for the third time this season, Thompson recorded his fourth double-double on Wednesday. Also, this was his first game with at least 20 points, 10 rebounds and seven assists since November 5 against the Grizzlies. While he still hasn't reached the heights that many fantasy managers hoped he would before the season began, Thompson has been a top-50 player in eight-cat formats over the past two weeks. |
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Kevin Durant Kevin Durant posts 24 points, eight assists
Wed, Dec 3, 2025, 5:29 PM
Kevin Durant amassed 24 points (9-of-16 FGs, 5-of-5 FTs), three rebounds, eight assists, one block and one three-pointer in Wednesday's win over the Kings.
Analysis: In addition to scoring at least 24 points in each of his last three games, Durant dished out a season-high eight assists on Wednesday. Given his skill set, it's unsurprising that the future Hall of Fame forward has fit in seamlessly with his new teammates. Durant may not be providing first-round fantasy value, but he's been far from a slouch in his new home. Houston closes its Week 7 with a back-to-back against the Suns (Friday) and Mavericks (Sunday). |
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Alperen Sengun Alperen ?engün posts 28/10/3/4 line vs. Sacramento
Wed, Dec 3, 2025, 5:29 PM
Alperen ?engün finished Wednesday's win over the Kings with 28 points (11-of-20 FGs, 6-of-7 FTs), 10 rebounds, three assists and four steals.
Analysis: The Kings struggled to find an answer for ?engün, who recorded his 11th double-double of the season on Wednesday. For the season, the Rockets center is providing top-25 value in eight-cat formats, which aligns with his Yahoo! ADP (19). As long as ?engün stays healthy, those who have him rostered should be well-positioned to compete in their leagues throughout the season. |
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Josh Okogie HOU starts Amen, Okogie, Durant, Smith, ?engün
Wed, Dec 3, 2025, 12:48 PM
Vanessa Richardson
Amen Thompson, Josh Okogie, Kevin Durant, Jabari Smith Jr. and Alperen ?engün will start Wednesday's game against the Kings.
Analysis: Okogie is back in the starting lineup for the first time in three games. He replaces Reed Sheppard, who can still provide solid fantasy value in a reserve role. Also, the Rockets will have Steven Adams to provide rebounds off the bench. |
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Steven Adams Steven Adams (ankle) available Wednesday vs. Kings
Wed, Dec 3, 2025, 12:40 PM
Steven Adams (ankle) is available for Wednesday's game against the Kings.
Analysis: Adams missed Monday's loss against the Jazz due to rest. The 32-year-old center will be back on the floor for Wednesday's matchup with the Kings. Adams isn't worth rostering in most fantasy leagues unless something happens to Alperen Sengun. |
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Steven Adams Steven Adams (ankle) questionable Wednesday
Tue, Dec 2, 2025, 12:41 PM
NBA Injury Report
Steven Adams (ankle) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Kings.
Analysis: Adams was given the night off on Monday, sitting out the second game of a back-to-back in Utah. However, his absence did not result in significant minutes for fellow reserve Clint Capela, who played nine minutes. If Adams misses another game, there's no need to consider adding Capela. |
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Amen Thompson Amen Thompson tallies 23 points in loss to Utah
Mon, Dec 1, 2025, 6:54 PM
Amen Thompson amassed 23 points (8-of-16 FGs, 7-of-89 FTs), eight rebounds, three assists and two blocks in the loss to the Jaz on Monday.
Analysis: Thompson finished with at least 20 points for the third time in the last five games, with his production inside the arc being key on Monday. Despite the loss, his scoring was significantly higher than the five points he posted the night prior against the Jazz. Yet, Thompson didn't have nearly the same level of success as a facilitator this time around. Nonetheless, the third-year guard had a solid performance overall and should be able to secure another against the Kings on Wednesday. |
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Alperen Sengun Alperen Sengün has monster 31/8/14/2/5 line Monday
Mon, Dec 1, 2025, 6:46 PM
Alperen Sengün finshed Monday's loss to the Jazz with 31 points (12-of-19 FGs, 6-of-8 FGs), eight rebounds, 14 assists, two steals, five blocks and one three-pointer.
Analysis: Sengün was fantastic in Monday's loss, reaching the 30-point mark for the third time this season while providing much more production as a rebounder and facilitator than the previous night against the Jazz. And as if his near-triple-double wasn't enough, the fifth-year center had his most dominant defensive performance of the season from a fantasy basketball standpoint, tallying seven stocks for the game. Sengün is likely to make a massive impact on the offensive end each time he takes the floor. If his defensive production can remain consistent, his floor and ceiling will rise even further in fantasy leagues. |
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