Jae'Sean Tate News, Rumors, Updates - Houston Rockets

No timetable for return Tate (ankle) isn't close to returning to action and doesn't have a timetable to step back into the hardwood, Danielle Lerner of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Impact Tate has yet to play in the postseason, and it seems the forward isn't particularly close to returning from a right ankle injury. He might not be available to return during the series against the Warriors, and it's uncertain when he'll be able to play. However, Tate isn't expected to have a lot of fantasy upside even if deemed fit.

APRIL 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Another absence coming Tate (ankle) won't play in Saturday's Game 3 against the Warriors.

Impact Tate is set to miss his fifth straight contest Saturday due to a right ankle injury. Tate's next chance to suit up is Monday's Game 4 against Golden State.

APRIL 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out for Game 2 vs. Warriors Tate is out for Wednesday's Game 2 of the Western Conference quarterfinals against the Warriors due to a right ankle impingement.

Impact Head coach Ime Udoka labeled Tate week-to-week at the close of the regular season, and the veteran forward will remain sidelined Wednesday. His next chance to return to the floor comes Saturday for Game 3 back in Golden State. The Rockets should rely more on Jabari Smith and Tari Eason in the frontcourt until Tate is cleared to suit up again.

APRIL 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Game 1 vs. GSW Tate (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's Game 1 against the Warriors, Vanessa Richardson of Space City Home Network reports.

Impact Tate is considred week-to-week with a right ankle injury that caused him to miss the final two games of the regular season. He'll continue to rehab through the injury, and his next chance to play will be Wednesday for Game 2 against Golden State. Tate averaged 11.3 minutes per game during the regular season, and that playing time should be absorbed by Tari Eason and Cam Whitmore.

APRIL 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Week-to-week with ankle injury Head coach Ime Udoka told reporters Sunday that Tate is considered week-to-week due to right ankle soreness, Ben DuBose of USA Today reports.

Impact Tate will end up missing the last two games of the regular season due to his ankle injury. It remains to be seen whether he'll be ready for the start of the playoffs, though he's averaged only 11.3 minutes per game this season and has seen his minutes off the bench fluctuate since the beginning of March.

APRIL 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Week-to-week with ankle injury Head coach Ime Udoka told reporters Sunday that Tate is considered week-to-week due to right ankle soreness, Ben DuBose of USA Today reports.

APRIL 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out for season finale Tate (ankle) is out for Sunday's game against the Nuggets.

Impact The Rockets have locked up the second seed in the Western Conference, but they'll feature all their regular starters in the final game of the season. However, Tate won't be able to suit up as he recovers from right ankle soreness. His absence won't affect many fantasy decisions, though. He's averaging 3.6 points and 2.3 rebounds per game this season.

APRIL 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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APRIL 12, 2025 • Associated Press

Ruled out for Friday Tate (ankle) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Lakers.

Impact Tate is the only notable name the Rockets have ruled out for Friday's showdown with the Lakers. However, Tate's absence won't make much of an impact from a fantasy perspective, as he's averaging 3.6 points and 2.3 rebounds per game this season.

APRIL 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Sees 22 minutes off bench Tate registered seven points (3-5 FG, 1-2 3Pt), seven rebounds and one assist across 22 minutes during Monday's 144-137 overtime win over the 76ers.

Impact Tate has eclipsed 20 minutes in back-to-back games for Houston, taking advantage of some extra minutes with Amen Thompson (ankle) out. In those two games, Tate has averaged 7.0 points, 5.5 rebounds, 1.0 assists, 1.0 blocks and 1.0 three-pointers. He's trending up as a streaming option in very deep leagues.

MARCH 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Role evaporates Tuesday Tate finished Tuesday's 115-102 loss to the Pacers with one rebound in two minutes.

Impact Tate barely touched the floor Tuesday, making a garbage-time appearance only. Although Tate has been able to carve out a somewhat meaningful role this season, his playing time is typically reliant on the health of others. Assuming the Rockets are largely healthy moving forward, don't expect to see Tate on the court outside of late-game situations when the result is without question.

MARCH 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go against Milwaukee Tate (back) is available for Tuesday's game against the Bucks.

Impact Tate was unable to play against the Jazz on Saturday due to back spasms. He went through pregame warmups without any setbacks, and he's done enough to be cleared to return Wednesday. He has averaged 3.1 points, 2.0 rebounds and 1.4 assists over 13.9 minutes per game since the beginning of February.

FEBRUARY 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable with back spasms Tate (back) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Bucks,

Impact After sitting out Saturday's game against the Jazz, Tate continues to deal with back spasms that leave his status in limbo for Tuesday. If the veteran forward needs to miss another contest, Jeff Green should act as the direct beneficiary of Tate's absence from a fantasy perspective after the former scored a season-high 16 points in 22 minutes Saturday.

FEBRUARY 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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FEBRUARY 24, 2025 • Associated Press

Working through back spasms Tate (back) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Jazz, Ben DuBose of USA Today reports.

Impact Tate played just seven minutes during Friday's 121-115 win over the Timberwolves, and it appears he may have tweaked his back in the process. His absence opens the door for a slight increase in playing time for Cam Whitmore and Reed Sheppard off the bench. Tate's next chance to play is Tuesday against the Bucks.

FEBRUARY 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Makes positive impact off bench Tate recorded three points (1-5 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 0-2 FT), five rebounds, three assists, one block and one steal in 27 minutes during Thursday's 105-98 loss to the Warriors.

Impact Despite not producing eye-popping counting stats, Tate posted a plus-11 point differential in Thursday's loss. Tate continues to be one of Houston's primary bench options and is averaging 4.5 points, 2.2 rebounds and 1.4 assists in 15.4 minutes across his last 10 appearances.

FEBRUARY 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Retreating to bench Tuesday Tate is not in the Rockets' starting lineup against the Nets on Tuesday, Lachard Binkley of SI.com reports.

Impact Tate started in Monday's 124-118 loss to the Knicks and finished with eight points, six assists, one rebound and one steal over 22 minutes. He'll retreat to the bench for Tuesday's contest while Aaron Holiday enters the Rockets' starting five.

FEBRUARY 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Will start Monday Tate is in the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Knicks, Vanessa Richardson of Space City Home Network reports.

Impact Alperen Sengun (calf) and Fred VanVleet (ankle) are out for the Rockets on Monday, so Tate will make his second start of the season. Tate went scoreless with three rebounds, one assist and one block in 17 minutes during his previous start Jan. 18 against Portland, so his role may not expand a considerable amount.

FEBRUARY 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Pops for 16 points in win Tate provided 16 points (6-6 FG, 4-5 FT), three rebounds and four steals across 25 minutes during Tuesday's 100-96 victory over the Hawks.

Impact Tate scored a season-high 16 points, helping the Rockets to a narrow victory over a tenacious Hawks outfit. With Tari Eason sidelined as part of his injury-management plan, Tate stepped up on both ends of the floor. Given he had scored a combined 11 points in the previous four games, there is no reason to think a performance like this will become a regular thing.

JANUARY 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Coming off bench Tate will come off the bench for Monday's game against the Pistons.

Impact This is an expected move with Amen Thompson (calf) back from a one-game absence. Tate was disappointing in his fill-in start Saturday against Portland, finishing scoreless in 17 minutes with three rebounds, one assist and one block.

JANUARY 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Portland Tate will start Saturday's game against Portland, Danielle Lerner of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Impact The Rockets originally planned to start Jeff Green in Amen Thompson's (calf) place, but coach Ime Udoka pivoted once Deandre Ayton (back) was ruled out. Tate has played a minimal role all season and will be making his first start of the campaign.

JANUARY 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Season-high 12 points Tate accumulated 12 points (3-6 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 4-8 FT), four rebounds and one steal over 18 minutes during Thursday's 119-115 win over the Grizzlies.

Impact With Tari Eason (lower leg) and Jabari Smith (hand) sidelined, Tate has carved out a role off the bench, playing double-digit minutes in nine of Houston's last 10 games. However, during that stretch, the veteran forward has scored in double figures only twice, including his season-high 12 points Thursday.

JANUARY 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Held scoreless in expanded role Tate didn't score (0-1 FG, 0-1 3Pt), but managed to grab four rebounds and block a shot in 18 minutes of play in the loss to the Celtics on Friday.

Impact Despite being on the court for over double his average minutes this season (8.7) with Amen Thompson (suspension), Jabari Smith Jr. (hand) and Tari Eason (leg) sidelined, Tate was unable to make the most of his opportunity Friday. The veteran has seen his role in the organization steadily decrease since a solid rookie campaign, and has now found himself at the tail end of a talented young wing rotation. His next chance to break into the lineup will come Sunday against the Lakers.

JANUARY 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Not listed on injury report Tate (illness) isn't listed on the Rockets' injury report for Wednesday's game against the Mavericks.

Impact Tate was a late addition to the injury report before eventually being ruled out Sunday against the Heat due to an illness. However, it appears he's past the ailment and will return to action Wednesday. The veteran forward averaged 12.1 minutes per game across seven December appearances.

DECEMBER 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Sunday Tate (illness) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Heat.

Impact Tate was a late addition to the injury report and will be sidelined for the first time since Dec. 14. Dillon Brooks (ankle) is available, so Amen Thompson will move to the bench, though the second-year wing could remain in an elevated role with Tate out.

DECEMBER 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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