Clint Capela News, Rumors, Updates - Houston Rockets

Sliding back to bench Capela will come off the bench for Wednesday's game against the Lakers, Lachard Binkley of SI.com reports.

Impact Capela made a spot start last time out, but with Alperen Sengun back in the fold Wednesday, Capela will shift to a reserve role. In his last 26 appearances off the bench, Capela is averaging 4.0 points, 4.8 rebounds and 1.1 blocks across 13.8 minutes.

MARCH 19 • ROTOWIRE

Nearly double-doubles Capela closed with nine points (3-4 FG, 3-5 FT), eight rebounds, two assists and one steal across 26 minutes during Monday's 100-92 loss to the Lakers.

Impact Alperen Sengun (back) sat this contest out, allowing Capela to grab a fill-in start at center. Capela has been used sparingly by the Rockets this season, but if Sengun continues to miss time, he will be a viable streaming option for rebounds, defensive stats and field-goal percentage.

MARCH 17 • ROTOWIRE

Starting sans Sengun Capela is in the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Lakers, Khobi Price of The California Post reports.

Impact With Alperen Sengun (back) inactive, Capela will slide into the starting five at center. The veteran big man's lone start this season came Dec. 6 against the Mavericks, when he totaled eight points (4-7 FG, 0-1 FT), eight rebounds, two blocks and one assist across 30 minutes. Dorian Finney-Smith and Jeff Green figure to serve as small-ball backups to Capela at center Monday.

MARCH 16 • ROTOWIRE

Logs 24 minutes in loss Capela finished with nine points (4-7 FG, 1-2 FT), seven rebounds, one block and one steal in 24 minutes during Wednesday's 129-93 loss to Denver.

Impact Capela saw at least 20 minutes for just the second time in his past 30 games, closing the game in place of Alperen Sengun, who was simply played off the court. It was another brutal loss for the Rockets, continuing what has been a sustained period of indifferent performances. As for Capela, his role as the backup, while solidified, is mostly out of necessity and yields little to no fantasy value.

MARCH 12 • ROTOWIRE

Minimal impact in win Capela finished Monday's 123-118 victory over the Wizards with four points (1-3 FG, 2-2 FT), eight rebounds and one assist over 11 minutes.

Impact Capela continues to do the bare minimum with his time on the floor, averaging just 3.3 points and 4.1 rebounds in 12.0 minutes per game in seven appearances over the past two weeks. Houston is very thin when it comes to the center spot, with Capela struggling to hold his own, even against the opposition's second unit.

MARCH 3 • ROTOWIRE

"DominAyton my a**": Charles Barley refuses any restraint as he humiliates Deandre Ayton amid Lakers' struggles Deandre Ayton of the LA Lakers made headlines a couple of days ago after reportedly making remarks about Clint Capela of the Houston Rockets.

MARCH 1 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

"You don't have to name another NBA player" - Dirk Nowitzki sounds off on Deandre Ayton bringing up Clint Capela's name in his comments Blake Griffin also advised Ayton to evolve or be gone from the league after next season.

FEBRUARY 28 • BASKETBALLNETWORK.NET

Clint Capela hits back at Deandre Ayton after Lakers center's comments Clint Capela took a playful shot at Deandre Ayton in the wake of the Lakers center's comments that invoked the Rockets center.

FEBRUARY 27 • USATODAY.COM

Another quiet effort Capela contributed two points (1-3 FG), three rebounds and one assist over 10 minutes during Monday's 125-105 victory over the Jazz.

Impact With Steven Adams (ankle) done for the year, Capela should continue to share the backup center spot with Dorian Finney-Smith based on matchup. Capela has been held scoreless in three of his last six games, offering him little fantasy relevance in this role.

FEBRUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Blocks four shots in loss Capela posted three points (1-2 FG, 1-2 FT), five rebounds and four blocks across 16 minutes during Wednesday's 105-102 loss to the Clippers.

Impact Capela salvaged what was another poor performance by matching his season-high with four blocks. Despite assuming the primary backup role behind Alperen Sengun, Capela's time as a fantasy-relevant player has certainly come and gone. At best, managers can utilize him for streaming purposes, if and when blocks are at the top of the priority list.

FEBRUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Muted role continues Capela registered four points (1-5 FG, 2-2 FT), seven rebounds, three assists and one block over 11 minutes during Monday's 118-114 victory over the Pacers.

Impact Capela logged fewer than 15 minutes for the fourth time in the past five games, continuing to play a limited role despite the season-ending injury to Steven Adams (ankle). Now aged 32, it appears as though Capela's ability to impact the game on a consistent basis has come to an end. At best, managers should view him as a possible rebound streamer, if and when Houston is matched up against a sizeable opponent.

FEBRUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Sticks in rotation Saturday Capela ended Saturday's 111-107 victory over the Mavericks with six points (3-6 FG), four rebounds, one assist and one steal over 13 minutes.

Impact Capela remained in the rotation, serving as a backup center option behind Alperen Sengun. With Steven Adams out for the remainder of the season due to an ankle injury, Capela is likely to feature on most nights, albeit in a sporadic role. Despite the opportunity, he should be viewed as nothing more than a potential streaming option for anyone needing rebounds and blocks.

FEBRUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Fares well off bench Capela produced 10 points (4-4 FG, 2-2 FT), seven rebounds, two assists, two blocks and one steal in 18 minutes during Thursday's 104-86 victory over the Hawks.

Impact Capela was a bright spot against his former team. Although he's been used sparingly by Houston this season, he does have an opportunity to carve out a larger role with Steven Adams (ankle) out for the season. The veteran center logged single-digit minutes in his previous two contests, so fantasy managers will need to see consistent workloads before adding in most cases.

JANUARY 30 • ROTOWIRE

Clint Capela (10 points) Highlights vs. Atlanta Hawks

JANUARY 30 • YOUTUBE

Durant scores 31 points as Rockets dominate second half and roll past short-handed Hawks 104-86

Kevin Durant scored 31 points and the Houston Rockets beat short-handed Atlanta 104-86 to end the Hawks’ four-game winning streak

JANUARY 30 • Associated Press

Logs 12 minutes in win Capela finished with six points (2-3 FG, 2-2 FT), two rebounds and one block across 12 minutes during Tuesday's 111-106 victory over the Spurs.

Impact Steven Adams recently suffered a Grade 3 left ankle sprain and will be out indefinitely, creating an opportunity for Capela to see more minutes off the bench. But if Tuesday was any indication, the Rockets could also lean heavily on some small-ball lineups. For now, Capela is only worth monitoring in deeper formats.

JANUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Non-factor in win Capela had two points (1-1 FG) and two rebounds across five minutes during Tuesday's 119-113 victory over the Bulls.

Impact With Steven Adams and Alperen Sengun now healthy, Capela's role has disappeared, having played no more than 12 minutes in four straight games. He is the clear third option at this point, meaning he can be safely ignored in just about every fantasy format.

JANUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Just nine minutes Monday Capela registered two points (1-2 FG) and one rebound over nine minutes during Monday's 100-97 victory over Phoenix.

Impact Coming off his best game of the season, Capela failed to produce anything of note, logging just nine minutes. Despite the absence of Alperen Sengun (ankle), it was Steven Adams and Jabari Smith who saw the majority of the center minutes. While this was obviously a disappointing performance, managers will want to keep a close eye on things for at least the next two weeks. Sengun is likely to miss at least that amount of time and if Adams health continues to be an issue, Capela could still have some limited streaming appeal.

JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Seven defensive stats Capela recorded eight points (4-8 FG, 0-2 FT), eight rebounds, two assists, two blocks and five steals across 27 minutes during Saturday's 110-104 loss to Dallas.

Impact Capela had easily his best two-way performance of the season, taking advantage of the fact that Alperen Sengun left early due to an ankle injury. With Steven Adams (ankle) also unavailable, Capela is basically the last man standing when it comes to the center position. If both Sengun and Adams are to miss more time, Capela would become a viable target, even in standard leagues.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Removed from injury report Capela (illness) is off the injury report for Saturday's game against Dallas.

Impact After sitting out Thursday's win in Brooklyn with an illness, Capela is set to be available for Friday. With Steven Adams (ankle) questionable against the Mavericks, the Rockets could need Capela to assume the backup role at center behind Alperen Sengun.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Durant and Thompson lead the Rockets past the Nets 120-96 for their 4th straight victory

Kevin Durant had 22 points and a season-high 11 assists, Amen Thompson scored 23 points and the Houston Rockets beat the Brooklyn Nets 120-96 for their fourth straight victory

JANUARY 2 • Associated Press

Out with illness Capela (illness) is out for Thursday's game against the Nets, Sharif Phillips-Keaton of USA Today reports.

Impact The veteran center can be labeled day-to-day ahead of Saturday's showdown with the Mavericks. Alperen Sengun's (foot) status takes on even greater importance Thursday, with Steven Adams (ankle) already ruled out.

JANUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Thursday Capela is listed as questionable for Thursday's game against Brooklyn due to illness.

Impact Capela is at risk of missing Thursday's contest due to illness. He's one of three Rockets' centers on the injury report, as Steven Adams (ankle) and Alperen Senugun (foot) are also listed as questionable. Sengun has missed the last two games, and Capela has played 18 and 13 minutes, respectively, as a result.

DECEMBER 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Grabs seven boards Capela registered six points (3-4 FG, 0-1 FT), seven rebounds and one assist in 13 minutes during Monday's 126-119 victory over Indiana.

Impact Capela continues to play limited minutes, despite the fact that Alperen Sengun remains out due to a calf injury. Although Capela's best is now behind him, an ankle injury to Steven Adams during Monday's game could potentially open up even more playing time for the veteran. If both Adams and Sengun are ruled out Thursday, Capela could have some limited streaming appeal for anyone seeking rebounds and blocks.

DECEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Sees 12 minutes Capela logged two points (1-4 FG), six rebounds and one assist in 12 minutes during Sunday's 125-124 overtime loss to the Kings.

Impact With Steven Adams resting, Capela picked up a handful of minutes Sunday. He saw seven or fewer minutes in his previous three contests, and he remains miles off the fantasy radar.

DECEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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Durant scores 31 points as Rockets dominate second half and roll past short-handed Hawks 104-86

Durant and Thompson lead the Rockets past the Nets 120-96 for their 4th straight victory