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Alperen Sengun scores 39 to help Rockets overcome Kevin Durant's absence and beat Pacers 118-114

Alperen Sengun matched his season high with 39 points, and Jabari Smith Jr. added 19 to help short-handed Houston overcome the absence of All-Star forward Kevin Durant to beat the...
FEBRUARY 3 • Associated Press
Alperen Sengun - Drops 39 points in win Sengun closed with 39 points (13-25 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 13-18 FT), 16 rebounds and five assists across 35 minutes in Monday's 118-114 win over the Pacers.
Impact Sengun delivered a monster performance in Monday's win, tying his season high with 39 points while recording his 23rd double-double of the campaign. Much of the big man's scoring came at the charity stripe, where he converted as many free throws as field goals. Beyond the scoring outburst, the 23-year-old was a force on the offensive glass, pulling down seven offensive rebounds, the third time this season he's reached that mark.
FEBRUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE
Kevin Durant misses Rockets game vs. Pacers due to sprained left ankle Rockets star Kevin Durant missed a game Monday due to a sprained ankle injury suffered when he stepped on a fan's foot during a recent game.
FEBRUARY 3 • NBA.COM
Could A Coby White Trade Push Rockets To A Title? The Houston Rockets could have some interest in Chicago Bulls guard Coby White this trade deadline.
FEBRUARY 2 • BLEACHERNATION.COM

Kevin Durant misses Rockets game vs. Pacers after hurting ankle by stepping on fan's foot

All-Star forward Kevin Durant is not playing for the Houston Rockets on Monday night after spraining his left ankle when he stepped on a fan’s foot during a recent game
FEBRUARY 2 • Associated Press
Reed Sheppard - Set to start sans Durant Sheppard will be in the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Pacers, Vanessa Richardson of Space City Home Network reports.
Impact Kevin Durant is tending to an ankle issue Monday, so the Rockets are turning to Sheppard to fill the void in the first unit. It's set to be the fifth start of the campaign for Sheppard, who has averaged 14.0 points, 4.5 rebounds, 4.0 assists, 2.3 steals and 1.0 blocks in 29.7 minutes per game as a starter this year.
FEBRUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE
Jason Kidd Fined for Calling Out Refs by Name After Mavericks' Loss to Rockets Jason Kidd was fined for calling out the referees by name after the Mavericks lost to the Rockets last week.
FEBRUARY 2 • SI.COM
Pacers vs. Rockets injury report Feb. 2: Kevin Durant, Obi Toppin update, and more The Indiana Pacers will host the Houston Rockets on Monday night at 7 p.m. ET in their second matchup of the season.
FEBRUARY 2 • 8POINTS9SECONDS.COM

Dallas coach Jason Kidd was fined $35,000 for blasting referees after a loss to the Rockets

Dallas coach Jason Kidd has been fined $35,000 for publicly criticizing officiating and using profane language during a media interview
FEBRUARY 2 • Associated Press
NBA Odds for Monday Night Including Rockets vs Pacers, 76ers vs Clippers, And More A quick look at the NBA Odds for Monday, February 2nd including Rockets vs Pacers, 76ers vs Clippers, and more.
FEBRUARY 2 • BLEACHERNATION.COM
Kevin Durant - Ruled out for Monday Durant (ankle) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Pacers.
Impact Durant is dealing with a left ankle sprain and will miss just his third game of the season and his first due to an injury. The superstar's next opportunity to play will come Wednesday against Boston. Josh Okogie, Dorian Finney-Smith and Jae'Sean Tate are all candidates for increased playing time due to Durant being sidelined.
FEBRUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE
What Kevin Durant said on the bar set by Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and LeBron James | Sporting News Kevin Durant reacts to needing 25 PPG for 270 games to pass Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's 38,387 career points as he sits 6th on NBA's all-time scor...
FEBRUARY 1 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM
Cooper Flagg Makes NBA History Yet Again Against Rockets - NESN.com After a record-setting, 49-point performance against the Charlotte Hornets earlier in the week, Dallas Mavericks rookie Cooper Flagg made NB...
FEBRUARY 1 • NESN.COM
Clint Capela - 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
Jabari Smith Jr. - Productive again Saturday Smith closed with 19 points (7-13 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), eight rebounds, two assists and three blocks across 33 minutes during Saturday's 111-107 victory over the Mavericks.
Impact Smith produced on both ends of the floor, once again flashing his two-way upside. In fact, in eight appearances over the past two weeks, Smith has been able to flirt with top 30 value in standard leagues, averaging 15.3 points, 7.1 rebounds, 2.5 three-pointers and 2.5 combined steals and blocks. He will look to continue his recent momentum in what could be a favorable matchup against the Pacers on Monday.
FEBRUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE
Reed Sheppard - Limited in win Saturday Sheppard notched six points (3-8 FG, 0-4 3Pt), one rebound, one assist, one block and two steals in 17 minutes during Saturday's 111-107 victory over the Mavericks.
Impact Sheppard logged just 17 minutes, continuing what has been a frustrating past month. In 17 appearances during that time, he has averaged just 22.7 minutes per game, providing 11.3 points, 1.0 steals and 2.0 three-pointers. While the talent is undeniable, the fact that Ime Udoka refuses to play him starter-level minutes can't be ignored. As of right now, managers should view him as nothing more than a streaming option in standard leagues.
FEBRUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Rockets vs. Pacers Prediction, Odds, Picks - Feb. 2

Preview the Feb. 2 matchup between the Houston Rockets and Indiana Pacers with stats, recent performance, TV channel and more.
FEBRUARY 1 • Data Skrive
Rockets vs. Pacers Prediction, Odds, Picks - Feb. 2

Indiana faces Houston, seeks 4th straight home win

Indiana comes into a matchup against Houston as winners of three games in a row at home
FEBRUARY 1 • Associated Press
Deadspin | NBA roundup: Amen Thompson, Rockets outlast Cooper Flagg, Mavericks Deadspin | NBA roundup: Amen Thompson, Rockets outlast Cooper Flagg, Mavericks
FEBRUARY 1 • DEADSPIN.COM
MAVERICKS at ROCKETS | FULL GAME HIGHLIGHTS | January 31, 2026
FEBRUARY 1 • YOUTUBE
3 Overreactions as Cooper Flagg Shines Once Again, But Mavericks Fall to Rockets Cooper Flagg is on an all-time heater right now. The Mavericks are not.
FEBRUARY 1 • SI.COM

Amen Thompson's near triple-double lifts Rockets over Mavericks in thrilling finish

Amen Thompson had 21 points, nine assists and eight rebounds to lead the Houston Rockets to a 111-107 victory over the Dallas Mavericks on Saturday night
FEBRUARY 1 • Associated Press
Rockets vs. Mavericks live score, updates, highlights from Saturday Night Basketball | Sporting News The Rockets are taking on the Mavericks.
FEBRUARY 1 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM
How Steven Adams Injury News Impacts OKC Thunder Houston has been through the wringer this season. The Rockets, during the NBA Finals, made a blockbuster trade to acquire all time great for...
FEBRUARY 1 • SI.COM
Josh Okogie - Not starting vs. Dallas Okogie won't start Saturday's game against the Mavericks, Grant Afseth of DallasHoopsJournal.com reports.
Impact With Tari Eason (leg) back in the lineup, Okogie will retreat to the bench. Over his last five appearances with the second unit, the 27-year-old wing has averaged 2.0 points, 3.4 rebounds and 1.6 assists in 15.6 minutes per tilt.
FEBRUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE
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