The Houston Rockets are set to face the Washington Wizards in a crucial matchup at Capital One Arena. The Rockets, currently boasting a 23-12 record, aim to kick off their three-game road trip on a positive note. Meanwhile, the Wizards, struggling at 6-27 and sitting last in the Eastern Conference, are desperate to snap a two-game losing streak.
Key injury updates highlight the Rockets' preparations, with star guard Jalen Green listed as questionable due to a right knee contusion. Green has been a pivotal player, averaging 20 points per game and maintaining an impressive streak of 139 consecutive games played. Additionally, forward Tari Eason is also questionable due to lower leg management and illness, while rookie Reed Sheppard has been assigned to the G League.
For the Wizards, the injury report reveals that Malcolm Brogdon and Tristan Vukcevic will miss the game, while Jordan Poole, Bub Carrington, and Bilal Coulibaly are all questionable. Forward Marvin Bagley III and guard Saddiq Bey are also sidelined, leaving the Wizards shorthanded as they seek to improve their season record.
