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Garrison Mathews - Upgraded to questionable Mathews (illness) is questionable for Friday's game against the Mavericks, Adam Spolane of Sports Radio 610 Houston reports.

Impact Matthews has missed three consecutive games due to illness but will have a chance to suit up Friday after being listed as questionable. His presence could be needed with Eric Gordon (thumb) and Jae'Sean Tate (ankle) sitting.

DECEMBER 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Eric Gordon - Out Friday Gordon will miss Friday's game against the Mavericks due to a left thumb contusion, Adam Spolane of Sports Radio 610 Houston reports.

Impact Gordon will get the night off Friday to let his thumb heal ahead of the team's road trip that features three- games across four days. In his absence, Kenyon Martin and Tari Eason will likely receive extended action. Gordon's next chance to suit up will come Monday against the Bulls.

DECEMBER 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Jalen Suggs - Remains sidelined Friday Suggs (ankle) is out for Friday's game against the Spurs.

Impact Suggs' absence streak will extend to 14 games due to right ankle soreness. While there is no timetable for his return, Suggs will have extra time to recover for Tuesday's matchup with the Spurs.

DECEMBER 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Wendell Carter Jr. - Officially questionable for Friday Carter (foot) holds a questionable designation for Friday's game versus the Spurs.

Impact Carter indicated earlier in the week that he was targeting Friday for his return to the floor. While the questionable designation doesn't guarantee that return, it puts him in the conversation after being ruled out initially for contests dating back to mid-November. Given his lengthy stay on the sidelines, Carter could be eased back into action, but his return would likely result in fewer minutes for Moritz Wagner and Mo Bamba.

DECEMBER 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Gary Harris - Upgraded to questionable for Friday Harris (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Friday's game versus the Spurs.

Impact Harris hasn't played since Nov. 30, but his questionable designation for Friday suggests he may have a chance to retake the floor. Given the lengthy layoff, Harris could be on a minutes restriction if given the green light.

DECEMBER 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Darius Days - Rejoins Rockets The Rockets recalled Days from Rio Grande Valley on Thursday, Adam Wexler of Sportstalk 790 Houston reports.

Impact Days hasn't appeared in a game for the Rockets this season, and it doesn't seem like that will change in the coming contests. He should continue to split his time between the two levels.

DECEMBER 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Josh Christopher - Recalled to Rockets The Rockets recalled Christopher from the Rio Grande Valley Vipers of the G League on Thursday, Adam Wexler of Sportstalk 790 Houston reports.

Impact Christopher will return to the Rockets after a brief stint in the G League. The second-year guard has had a minimal role in the NBA this season, playing just 7.0 minutes per game across 18 contests.

DECEMBER 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE