Josh Okogie News, Rumors, Updates - Houston Rockets

Back to bench Sunday Okogie is not in the Rockets' starting lineup against the Pelicans on Sunday, Lachard Binkley of SI.com reports.

Impact Okogie started in each of the Rockets' last three games, though he accumulated just 10 points over that span. He'll revert to a reserve role Sunday while Steven Adams enters Houston's starting lineup.

6 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Starting role yields very little Okogie contributed one point (0-4 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 1-2 FT), two rebounds and one steal over 33 minutes during Friday's 110-105 victory over Minnesota.

Impact Okogie remained in the starting lineup, logging a season-high 33 minutes in the process. While the playing time was certainly encouraging, the same can't be said for his production. With Tari Eason on the verge of returning from an ankle injury, Okogie will likely shift back to a bench role in the near future. Even as a starter, he holds no value in fantasy, outside of the deepest formats.

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Starting Tuesday vs. Chicago Okogie is in the Rockets' starting lineup against the Bulls on Tuesday, Lachard Binkley of SI.com reports.

Impact Okogie has averaged just 9.8 minutes off the bench over the Rockets' last five games, but he'll enter the starting lineup for the first time since Dec. 23 while Aaron Holiday comes off the bench. Over his last nine starts, Okogie averaged 6.9 points, 4.1 rebounds, 1.2 assists, 1.1 threes and 1.0 steals over 24.4 minutes per game.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Barely visible in win Okogie amassed zero points (0-2 FG, 0-2 3Pt) across nine minutes during Monday's 100-97 victory over the Suns.

Impact Okogie failed to record a single stat, logging no more than 13 minutes for the sixth time in the past seven games. Head coach Ime Udoka continues to throw out some confusing lineups, with Okogie typically starting or barely seeing the floor. Even when he has been afforded starter-level minutes, Okogie is nowhere near being a viable fantasy asset. He can be safely ignored in all standard formats.

JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet off bench Thursday Okogie amassed zero points (0-4 FG, 0-1 3Pt) over 10 minutes during Thursday's 119-96 victory over the Lakers.

Impact Okogie was limited to a minor role as he moved out of the starting lineup for the first time since Dec. 1. The disappointing performance lowered his 2025-26 season averages to 6.5 points, 2.9 rebounds, 1.0 assists and 1.2 steals per game. He's unlikely to regain significant playing time for now while both Kevin Durant and Tari Eason are fit.

DECEMBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Durant scores 31, Sheppard's 11-point flurry helps Rockets end Nuggets' 6-game win streak, 115-101

Kevin Durant scored 31 points, Reed Sheppard scored the final 11 points of the third quarter to blow open a close game, and the Houston Rockets rolled past the Denver Nuggets 115-1...

DECEMBER 21, 2025 • Associated Press

Solid line in loss Okogie finished with 10 points (3-7 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 3-3 FT), four rebounds and three assists across 30 minutes during Thursday's 133-128 overtime loss to New Orleans.

Impact The Rockets continue to trust Okogie with stable workloads, as his versatility on both ends of the court have made him an invaluable part of the rotation. Over his last five games, he's averaging 9.4 points, 4.2 rebounds, 1.2 assists, 1.2 steals and 1.0 three-pointers in 23.7 minutes per contest.

DECEMBER 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Josh Okogie (16 points) Highlights vs. Denver Nuggets

DECEMBER 16, 2025 • YOUTUBE

Scores eight points in win Okogie posted eight points (3-6 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 1-2 FT), three rebounds, two assists and one steal in 21 minutes during Thursday's 115-113 victory over the Clippers.

Impact Okogie continues to play a key role for Houston, though his fantasy impact isn't as good as his real-life impact. Across 22 appearances, Okogie holds averages of 6.6 points, 2.9 rebounds, 1.0 assists, 1.4 steals and 1.0 three-pointers.

DECEMBER 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Rockets have quietly been vindicated for bold Josh Okogie gamble The Houston Rockets, so far this season, have overcome the absence of starting point guard Fred VanVleet better than almost anyone thought t...

DECEMBER 11, 2025 • SPACECITYSCOOP.COM

Josh Okogie proving Hornets wrong for letting him walk as he shines for Rockets The Charlotte Hornets probably should have thought it through before deciding to part ways with Josh Okogie this summer.

DECEMBER 11, 2025 • SWARMANDSTING.COM

Back with the starters Wednesday Okogie will return to the starting lineup for Wednesday's matchup with the Kings, Michael C. Wright of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Okogie will replace Reed Sheppard in the starting unit in a matchup-based decision by Ime Udoka, so Okogie should be looking at minutes in the mid-20s Wednesday evening. Through 12 games as a starter this season, Okogie owns averages of 7.5 points, 2.5 rebounds, 1.3 assists, 1.3 triples and 1.9 steals per game.

DECEMBER 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Rockets could have an emerging Josh Okogie problem on their hands At the start of the season, one of the NBA's most underrated storylines was the re-emergence of Josh Okogie, who signed with the Houston Roc...

DECEMBER 2, 2025 • SPACECITYSCOOP.COM

Sliding to second unit Okogie will come off the bench in Sunday's game against the Jazz, Vanessa Richardson of Space City Home Network reports.

Impact With Kevin Durant (personal) back in action, Okogie will retreat to the second unit. Over four outings off the bench this season, the 27-year-old swingman has averaged 6.0 points and 2.3 rebounds in 14.0 minutes per contest.

NOVEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Rockets are learning a harsh Josh Okogie truth no one wants to accept As the Houston Rockets have gotten off to an excellent, 12-4 start to the season, one of their most surprising developments has been the rol...

NOVEMBER 28, 2025 • SPACECITYSCOOP.COM

Back in starting five Okogie is starting Monday's game against the Suns, Matt Young of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Impact Okogie will join the first unit with Kevin Durant (personal) out. Okogie has plenty of run as a starter this season, averaging 7.8 points, 2.1 rebounds, 1.3 assists and 1.9 steals in 10 chances with the starting five.

NOVEMBER 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Headed to bench Okogie will come off the bench for Wednesday's game in Cleveland, Vanessa Richardson of Space City Home Network reports.

Impact Rockets head coach Ime Udoka is going big, starting Steven Adams and Alperen Sengun to match the Cavs' more traditional frontcourt, so Okogie will head back to the second unit. As a member of the reserves this season, Okogie owns averages of 9.0 points, 3.0 rebounds and 1.0 three-pointer per contest.

NOVEMBER 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Breakout offseason signing is playing veteran guard right off the Rockets As the Houston Rockets have, decidedly, found their footing offensively, the emergence of Josh Okogie as not only a solid rotational player,...

NOVEMBER 16, 2025 • SPACECITYSCOOP.COM

Rockets have painful Dorian Finney-Smith decision to make when he returns As the Houston Rockets have established themselves as one of the best offensive teams in the NBA, their offseason signings, including Josh O...

NOVEMBER 15, 2025 • SPACECITYSCOOP.COM

Tallies four steals in win Okogie finished with 11 points (5-9 FG, 1-3 3Pt), three rebounds, one assist and four steals over 21 minutes during Friday's 140-116 win over Portland.

Impact Okogie remained in the starting lineup, tallying at least four steals for the second time this season. While he has been a key piece for the Rockets, especially on the defensive end, his playing time typically restricts him from being a suitable fantasy asset. Tari Eason was forced to leave the game due to a hip injury, potentially opening up a few extra minutes for Okogie. However, this is unlikely to change the fact that he can be treated as nothing more than a potential streaming candidate.

NOVEMBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Durant scores 30 as the Rockets beat the Trail Blazers 140-116 for 3rd straight victory

Kevin Durant scored 30 points, Alperen Sengun added 25 points, 10 rebounds and nine assists and the Houston Rockets won their third straight with a 140-116 win over the Portland Tr...

NOVEMBER 15, 2025 • Associated Press

Rockets get last laugh as player Hornets brutally axed is thriving in Houston Josh Okogie is doing the little things in Houston.

NOVEMBER 14, 2025 • SPACECITYSCOOP.COM

Josh Okogie has finally found the perfect role with the Rockets As the Houston Rockets have soared to the top of the NBA leaderboards offensively, it has been as a result of a number of players acclimatin...

NOVEMBER 12, 2025 • SPACECITYSCOOP.COM

Josh Okogie's performance could guarantee his departure from the Rockets The Houston Rockets have been thrilled with Josh Okogie this season. Could he be pricing himself out of town next summer?

NOVEMBER 9, 2025 • SPACECITYSCOOP.COM

Barnes, Wembanyama lead Spurs to a 121-110 win over Rockets in the teams' NBA Cup opener

Harrison Barnes scored 24 points, Julian Champagnie and Victor Wembanyama added 22 points apiece and the San Antonio Spurs beat the Houston Rockets 121-110 on Friday night in the N...

NOVEMBER 8, 2025 • Associated Press

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Durant scores 31, Sheppard's 11-point flurry helps Rockets end Nuggets' 6-game win streak, 115-101

Durant scores 30 as the Rockets beat the Trail Blazers 140-116 for 3rd straight victory

Barnes, Wembanyama lead Spurs to a 121-110 win over Rockets in the teams' NBA Cup opener