Dorian Finney-Smith News, Rumors, Updates - Houston Rockets

Kevin Durant's 30 points power Rockets to 126-119 win over Pacers

Kevin Durant scored 30 points to lead the Houston Rockets to a 126-119 win over the Indiana Pacers on Monday night

1 DAY AGO • Associated Press

Little output in team debut Finney-Smith (ankle) was held scoreless (0-1 FG, 0-1 3Pt) and committed a foul in 13 minutes during Thursday's 119-96 win over the Lakers.

Impact Making his Rockets debut after missing Houston's first 27 games while completing his recovery from offseason surgery on his left ankle, Finney-Smith was under a strict minutes limit in what was his first game action since April 30. Though he was a plus-2 during his time on the court, Finney-Smith barely made an impact while taking on a minuscule 3.2 percent usage rate. After signing a four-year, $52 million deal with the Rockets in July, Finney-Smith will likely be in line for a greater role once he gets fully ramped up following surgery, but he's expected to continue handling light usage while he shares the floor with the likes of Alperen Sengun, Amen Thompson and Kevin Durant. Most of the limited fantasy appeal that Finney-Smith will offer will be as a streaming option for three-pointers.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Cleared for regular-season debut Finney-Smith (ankle) is available for Thursday's game against the Lakers, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.

Impact Finney-Smith underwent surgery during the offseason to repair an injury to his left ankle. He has progressed enough in his recovery to play Christmas Day and will operate under a minutes restriction in his 2025-26 regular-season debut. As Finney-Smith gets up to game speed, less minutes will be less available for the likes of Tari Eason and Jae'Sean Tate (wrist).

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Chance to return Christmas Day Finney-Smith (ankle) is listed as questionable for Thursday's game against the Lakers.

Impact Finney-Smith has yet to appear in a game this season as he continues to recover from an offseason ankle surgery. The veteran forward was eyeing a January return, but it looks like he's slightly ahead of schedule. If cleared to face the Lakers on Christmas Day, Finney-Smith would likely be under a significant minutes restriction. Still, his return could mean fewer opportunities for Jae'Sean Tate or Josh Okogie.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Likely out through December The Rockets are eyeing January for Finney-Smith (ankle) to make his season debut, Michael Shapiro of SI.com reports.

Impact The target month would appear to rule out the veteran forward for the rest of the month of December. However, Finney-Smith is beginning to ramp up his basketball activity with live action in practice. Until Finney-Smith is fully recovered from ankle surgery, Josh Okogie should play meaningful minutes.

DECEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out for Houston Finney-Smith (ankle) will not play Monday against the Jazz.

Impact Finney-Smith continues to rehab from offseason ankle surgery and remains without an official timetable to return.

DECEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Not playing Sunday Finney-Smith (ankle) is out for Sunday's game against the Jazz.

Impact Finney-Smith is still recovering from the left ankle surgery he underwent in June. The veteran forward doesn't have a concrete timetable to make his 2025-26 season debut.

NOVEMBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Monday Finney-Smith (ankle) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Suns.

Impact Finney-Smith is still recovering from left ankle surgery he underwent in June and has yet to make his season debut. He can be considered week-to-week until the Rockets provide a timeline for his return to game action.

NOVEMBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Houston faces Cleveland after overtime win

Houston visits the Cleveland Cavaliers after the Rockets took down the Orlando Magic 117-113 in overtime

NOVEMBER 18 • Associated Press

Houston plays Orlando, seeks 5th straight home win

Houston heads into a matchup against Orlando as winners of four home games in a row

NOVEMBER 15 • Associated Press

Lakers have already been vindicated for letting Dorian Finney-Smith walk Letting Dorian Finney-Smith join the Houston Rockets was a necessary sacrifice for the Los Angeles Lakers.

NOVEMBER 14 • LAKESHOWLIFE.COM

Houston hosts Washington after McCollum's 42-point game

Washington visits the Houston Rockets after CJ McCollum scored 42 points in the Wizards' 137-135 overtime loss to the Detroit Pistons

NOVEMBER 11 • Associated Press

Remains without a timetable Finney-Smith (ankle surgery) will miss Sunday's game in Milwaukee and he remains without a timetable to return.

Impact FInney-Smith underwent ankle surgery back in June and the only update we've had since then was in October when head coach Ime Udoka acknowledged that he was behind schedule. There haven't been any positive reports of him making progress, so we can assume he's still not close.

NOVEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Houston visits Milwaukee after Antetokounmpo's 41-point outing

Milwaukee hosts the Houston Rockets after Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 41 points in the Milwaukee Bucks' 126-110 victory over the Chicago Bulls

NOVEMBER 8 • Associated Press

Sidelined once again Finney-Smith (ankle) is out for Friday's game against the Spurs.

Impact Finney-Smith has yet to make his Rockets debut while recovering from offseason left ankle surgery. The next chance for the veteran forward to suit up will come against the Bucks on Sunday.

NOVEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Spurs and Rockets meet Friday in NBA Cup group stage

The San Antonio Spurs take on the Houston Rockets in an NBA Cup in-season tournament group play matchup

NOVEMBER 6 • Associated Press

Ruled out Wednesday Finney-Smith (ankle) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Grizzlies.

Impact Finney-Smith has not yet made his Rockets debut this season as he recovers from offseason left ankle surgery. The veteran forward's next chance to suit up will be Friday against the Spurs, though he can be considered doubtful until the team provides an update.

NOVEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Rockets take on the Grizzlies, look for 5th straight victory

Houston will try to keep its four-game win streak alive when the Rockets take on Memphis

NOVEMBER 4 • Associated Press

Won't play Monday Finney-Smith (knee) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Mavericks.

Impact Finney-Smith has yet to make his Rockets debut as he continues to recover from offseason left ankle surgery. The veteran forward's next opportunity to take the court will come Wednesday against the Grizzlies, though with no clear timetable for his return, it doesn't appear that a comeback is imminent.

NOVEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Houston faces Dallas, aims for 4th straight victory

Houston hosts Dallas looking to prolong its three-game win streak

NOVEMBER 2 • Associated Press

Boston hosts Houston in non-conference matchup

The Boston Celtics take on the Houston Rockets in out-of-conference play

NOVEMBER 1 • Associated Press

Listed out for Saturday Finney-Smith (ankle) is out for Saturday's game against the Celtics.

Impact Finney-Smith has been out of action since training camp while he recovers from offseason left ankle surgery. The veteran forward should play meaningful minutes when healthy, but his return doesn't seem to be imminent. Until Finney-Smith is ready to play, Tari Eason has one less obstacle to climb for playing time.

OCTOBER 31 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play vs. Toronto Finney-Smith (ankle) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Raptors.

Impact Finney-Smith's debut with his new squad will remain on hold due to an ankle injury. The next chance for him to return to the floor will be Saturday against the Celtics.

OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Toronto faces Houston, looks to halt 3-game skid

Toronto looks to end its three-game skid when the Toronto Raptors play Houston

OCTOBER 28 • Associated Press

Brooklyn faces Houston after Thomas' 40-point outing

Brooklyn faces the Houston Rockets after Cam Thomas scored 40 points in the Nets' 118-107 loss to the San Antonio Spurs

OCTOBER 27 • Associated Press

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