Aaron Holiday News, Rumors, Updates - Houston Rockets

Los Angeles travels to Houston for conference matchup

Houston faces Los Angeles in a matchup of Western Conference teams

DECEMBER 10 • Associated Press

Plays well again in loss Holiday closed with 19 points (7-12 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two rebounds, one block and one steal over 27 minutes during Saturday's 122-109 loss to Dallas.

Impact Holiday continues to trend up for the Rockets and is seemingly pulling ahead of Reed Sheppard in the backcourt, at least in terms of minutes. Over his last four games, Holiday is seeing 26.4 minutes per game compared to 23.1 for Sheppard. In that span, he's averaging 11.5 points, 1.8 rebounds, 1.3 assists, 0.8 steals and 2.3 three-pointers.

DECEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Aaron Holiday (19 points) Highlights vs. Dallas Mavericks

DECEMBER 7 • YOUTUBE

Anthony Davis bounces back from rough game with 29 points as Mavs beat Rockets 122-109

Anthony Davis scored 29 points and the Dallas Mavericks beat the Houston Rockets 122-109 to finish a back-to-back coming off a blowout loss at defending champion Oklahoma City

DECEMBER 7 • Associated Press

Plays 33 minutes off bench Holiday totaled 10 points (3-10 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 1-2 FT), two rebounds and two assists across 33 minutes during Monday's 133-125 loss to Utah.

Impact Holiday led all bench players in minutes by a wide margin, and has emerged as the team's backup point guard behind Amen Thompson. In his last eight games, Holiday is averaging 12.0 points, 1.0 rebounds, 1.3 assists, 0.8 steals and 2.6 threes on a 40.4 percent clip.

DECEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Houston faces Utah on 3-game win streak

Houston will attempt to prolong its three-game win streak with a victory over Utah

DECEMBER 1 • Associated Press

Aaron Holiday (11 points) Highlights vs. Utah Jazz

NOVEMBER 30 • YOUTUBE

Aaron Holiday emerges as Rockets' most unlikely hero after Fred VanVleet injury As the Houston Rockets came away with a pair of pivotal wins in Kevin Durant's absence, one surprising player, veteran guard Aaron Holiday,...

NOVEMBER 27 • SPACECITYSCOOP.COM

Pops for season-high 22 off bench Holiday contributed 22 points (8-17 FG, 6-10 3Pt), one rebound, two assists and three steals over 27 minutes off the bench during Monday's 114-92 win over the Suns.

Impact With Kevin Durant (personal) away from the team, Holiday saw a bigger role from the second unit and set season highs in minutes, points, steals and made three-pointers. The 29-year-old guard has stepped into a regular spot in the Rockets' backcourt rotation in the second half of November, and over the last five games Holiday has averaged 12.2 points, 2.4 threes and 1.0 steals in 17.6 minutes a contest while shooting an impressive 50.0 percent (12-for-24) from beyond the arc.

NOVEMBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Warriors host Rockets Wednesday for NBA Cup group stage game

The Golden State Warriors face the Houston Rockets in an NBA Cup in-season tournament group play matchup

NOVEMBER 25 • Associated Press

Aaron Holiday (22 points) Highlights vs. Phoenix Suns

NOVEMBER 25 • YOUTUBE

Amen Thompson scores 28, Rockets roll past Suns 114-92 despite missing star Kevin Durant

Amen Thompson scored 28 points, Aaron Holiday added 22 off the bench and the Houston Rockets beat the Phoenix Suns 114-92 on Monday night, despite not having star forward Kevin Dur...

NOVEMBER 25 • Associated Press

Aaron Holiday (18 points) Highlights vs. Cleveland Cavaliers

NOVEMBER 20 • YOUTUBE

Pops for 18 points Holiday chipped in 18 points (5-7 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 5-5 FT) and one steal across 19 minutes during Wednesday's 114-104 win over the Cavaliers.

Impact Holiday put up a season-high 18 points by finding his rhythm from beyond the arc, also setting his best mark of the year in made threes. He appears to slowly be earning more opportunities off the bench, as he's averaging 16.0 minutes in his last three appearances. Holiday could be worth a look for a slight boost in scoring production, though he's unlikely to contribute much in other categories.

NOVEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Alperen Sengun scores 28 points as Rockets top Cavaliers 114-104 for fifth straight win

Alperen Sengun had 28 points and 11 rebounds, Kevin Durant scored 20 points, and the Houston Rockets extended their winning streak to five with a 114-104 victory over the Cleveland...

NOVEMBER 20 • Associated Press

Drops 10 off bench Holiday closed Sunday's 117-113 overtime win over the Magic with 10 points (3-4 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 2-2 FT) and one rebound in 16 minutes.

Impact Holiday saw a season-high in minutes Sunday, likely due to the fact that Houston ran just an eight-man rotation against the Magic. While it is likely Holiday will not be on the court consistently, it is encouraging to see him take advantage of the opportunity when his name is called, scoring in double-digits in consecutive contests.

NOVEMBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Drops six in win Holiday closed Monday's 110-102 win over Dallas with six points (2-3 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 1-1 FT), one rebound and one assist in 10 minutes.

Impact After not playing in three of Houston's first four games, Holiday saw the court for 10 minutes Monday, likely as a result of Jabari Smith's (ankle) absence. If Smith continues to miss time, Holiday's number will likely be called again.

NOVEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Didn't play season opener Holiday was not in the rotation for the regular-season opener against the Thunder on Tuesday.

Impact Holiday was one of the notable players who didn't see the floor during Tuesday's matchup against Oklahoma City. It remains uncertain why he didn't play and what role he'll have on the team this season.

OCTOBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Bench role Tuesday Holiday will come off the bench during Tuesday's game against the Thunder.

Impact Holiday will start the 2025-26 campaign in the second unit. Houston will run with its expected starters, featuring Kevin Durant, Jabari Smith, Alperen Sengun and Steven Adams in the first five.

OCTOBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Plays well in start Holiday recorded 16 points (5-12 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 6-6 FT), six assists, five rebounds and one steal across 34 minutes of Thursday's 133-115 preseason win over Atlanta.

Impact The Rockets sat multiple regulars Thursday, allowing Holiday to draw the start next to Reed Sheppard in the backcourt. Houston's starting lineup is not set in stone yet, and it's unclear if Sheppard will start at point guard or if the team will roll with a bigger lineup. That decision could have an impact on Holiday's role this season as he's directly behind Sheppard at the moment.

OCTOBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Aaron Holiday hit with Rockets gut punch after harsh preseason truth The Houston Rockets have to figure out how to replace Fred VanVleet -- but it's been a gut punch for Aaron Holiday to learn he is not in the...

OCTOBER 9 • SPACECITYSCOOP.COM

Rockets have made their stance on Aaron Holiday crystal clear As the Houston Rockets enter the season with an entirely revolutionized offense, a serious weakness still remains in their lack of bona-fide...

SEPTEMBER 7 • SPACECITYSCOOP.COM

Sticking in Houston Holiday agreed to a one-year, $3.63 million contract with the Rockets on Monday, Kelly Iko of The Athletic reports.

Impact As expected, Holiday will remain with the Rockets for the 2025-26 campaign, returning on a one-year veteran's minimum deal. With Jalen Green out of the picture following the Kevin Durant trade, Holiday should be one of Houston's top guards off the bench.

JUNE 30 • ROTOWIRE

Aaron Holiday to return to Rockets on a new one-year contract Michael Scotto: The Houston Rockets declined the $4.9 million team option on guard Aaron Holiday, sources told @hoopshype. Holiday is expect...

JUNE 29 • HOOPSHYPE.COM

Expected to remain in Houston The Rockets intend to bring back Holiday on a new deal, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.

Impact Holiday played in 62 games during the 2024-25 season, averaging 5.5 points, 1.3 rebounds and 1.3 assists per game, while shooting 43.7 percent from the field and 39.8 percent from beyond the arc. Houston has been aggressive in its attempt to be a legitimate title contender next season, with the team bringing in Kevin Durant. Jalen Green and Dillon Brooks were traded to the Suns as part of the deal, which could result in Holiday playing a more significant role in Houston during the 2025-26 campaign.

JUNE 27 • ROTOWIRE

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