Aaron Holiday News, Rumors, Updates - Houston Rockets

Plays final minute of loss Holiday took the court for the final 51 seconds of Wednesday's 111-99 loss to the Spurs, finishing with one assist and no other statistics.

Impact Holiday had missed two straight games while recovering from back spasms before being cleared to return to action for Monday's 108-99 win over the Grizzlies. He went unused in that contest, and while he remained out of the rotation Wednesday, Holiday got the chance to play in the final minute when the Rockets had essentially conceded defeat. With both Tari Eason (ankle) and Dorian Finney-Smith (ankle) set to rest Thursday in Atlanta, Holiday could end up being in store for more meaningful playing time in the second leg of the Rockets' back-to-back set.

JANUARY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Available Monday Holiday (back) is available for Monday's game against Memphis.

Impact Holiday will be available to return from a two-game absence due to a back issue, though he isn't guaranteed to see the floor. He had recorded a DNP-CD in three straight games prior to the injury absence.

JANUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Likely to play Monday Holiday (back) is probable for Monday's game against the Grizzlies.

Impact Holiday will likely return to the lineup Monday after missing the last five games with a back issue. Holiday has seen inconsistent minutes this season, but with the team relatively healthy, he doesn't figure to return to a significant role.

JANUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Listed out Friday Holiday is out for Friday's game against the Pistons due to back spasms.

Impact Holiday is out for consecutive contests due to the issue. His next chance to play comes Monday against the Grizzlies. Holiday's absence gives JD Davison the opportunity to claim a meaningful role off the bench Friday, as Tari Eason (ankle) is out.

JANUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Listed questionable Friday Holiday is questionable for Friday's game against Detroit with back spasms.

Impact Holiday is looking to return from a one-game absence after sitting out the front end of Houston's back-to-back set Thursday. With Tari Eason (ankle) out against the Pistons, Holiday could end up seeing some decent run off the bench if he's able to suit up.

JANUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Thursday Holiday (back) will not play Thursday against the 76ers.

Impact Holiday hasn't been in the rotation for Houston lately, so this news is unlikely to make much of an impact in fantasy hoops.

JANUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Thursday Holiday is questionable for Thursday's game against the 76ers due to back spasms.

Impact It's worth noting that Thursday is the front end of a back-to-back for the Rockets. However, Holiday hasn't appeared in three consecutive contests, so his absence wouldn't seem to open up any playing time in the backcourt.

JANUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Back to bench Tuesday Holiday is not in the Rockets' starting lineup against Chicago on Tuesday, Lachard Binkley of SI.com reports.

Impact Holiday made his first start of the season during the Rockets' 111-98 loss to the Kings on Sunday, when he logged three points, four assists, one rebound and one steal over 28 minutes while making one of seven three-point attempts. He'll revert to a bench role Tuesday while Josh Okogie enters Houston's starting lineup.

JANUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Sunday vs. Sacramento Head coach Ime Udoka told reporters that Holiday will start against the Kings on Sunday, Will Guillory of The Athletic reports.

Impact Tari Eason will miss Sunday's game due to an ankle injury, so Holiday will enter the Rockets' starting lineup for the first time this season. It's an opportunity to earn a larger role in the rotation for Holiday, who has averaged just 8.5 minutes per game over his last eight outings and was a healthy DNP against the Trail Blazers on Friday.

JANUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Goes scoreless in loss Holiday contributed zero points (0-6 FG, 0-5 3Pt), one assist, one block and three steals over 14 minutes during Saturday's 110-104 loss to the Mavericks.

Impact Holiday offered very little despite playing 14 minutes, failing to score for the third time in the past five games. Although Holiday has been a consistent part of the rotation, his playing time typically fluctuates based on a number of factors. At this point, he should only be seen as an option in deeper fantasy formats.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Los Angeles travels to Houston for conference matchup

Houston faces Los Angeles in a matchup of Western Conference teams

DECEMBER 10, 2025 • 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, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Aaron Holiday (19 points) Highlights vs. Dallas Mavericks

DECEMBER 7, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • Associated Press

Aaron Holiday (11 points) Highlights vs. Utah Jazz

NOVEMBER 30, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • Associated Press

Aaron Holiday (22 points) Highlights vs. Phoenix Suns

NOVEMBER 25, 2025 • 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, 2025 • Associated Press

Aaron Holiday (18 points) Highlights vs. Cleveland Cavaliers

NOVEMBER 20, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • Associated Press

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