Steven Adams News, Rumors, Updates - Houston Rockets

Starting Friday Adams (ankle) is in the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Nuggets, Lachard Binkley of SI.com reports.

Impact Adams will get his second straight start and will be joined by Amen Thompson, Jabari Smith, Kevin Durant and Alperen Sengun in the first unit. In three starts this season, Adams has posted averages of 7.0 points, 11.3 rebounds, 2.0- assists, 1.0 steal and 2.0 turnovers per contest.

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Questionable vs. Nuggets Adams (ankle) is questionable for Friday's game against the Nuggets.

Impact Adams is nursing right ankle tendinopathy, clouding his status for Friday. If the veteran big man is downgraded to out against Denver, Clint Capela could see enough minutes to warrant streaming consideration in deeper fantasy setups.

NOVEMBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Joining first unit Adams is starting Wednesday's game against the Cavaliers, Vanessa Richardson of Space City Home Network reports.

Impact Adams will draw his third start of the season and his first since Oct. 24 as Houston elects to shake up the starting five. He's provided a spark off the bench in his previous two appearances, snagging 24 total rebounds in 45 minutes of action. Josh Okogie will move to a bench role as a result of this lineup change.

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Grabs 11 boards Friday Adams ended Friday's 140-116 win over the Trail Blazers with five points (2-4 FG, 1-2 FT), 11 rebounds, two blocks and one steal across 18 minutes.

Impact Adams grabbed double-digit rebounds for the fourth time this season, and the first time in the past six games. After starting the season in the starting lineup, Adams has since settled back into a bench role, typically playing minutes in the mid-teens. At this point, he should be treated as a rebound streamer only.

NOVEMBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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Available Friday Adams (hip) has been cleared to play in Friday's game against the Spurs, Will Guillory of The Athletic reports.

Impact After missing Wednesday's game against the Grizzlies with a hip issue, Adams will get back on the floor. The veteran big man is currently averaging 6.5 points, 9.5 rebounds, 1.7 assists and 1.0 steals per game, shooting 66.7 percent from the field.

NOVEMBER 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable vs. Spurs Adams (hip) is questionable for Friday's game against the Spurs.

Impact The veteran big man is in jeopardy of missing a second consecutive game with a hip flexor. Clint Capela would likely take on the backup center role if Adams is out, with Tari Eason also being a candidate to soak up additional center minutes behind Alperen Sengun in this case.

NOVEMBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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Won't play Wednesday Adams (hip) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Grizzlies, Will Guillory of The Athletic reports.

Impact Adams is dealing with a hip issue, which will keep him sidelined. Clint Capela and Jeff Green will likely be turned to to shoulder the load in the frontcourt.

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Iffy for Wednesday Adams (hip) is questionable to play in Wednesday's game against the Grizzlies.

Impact Adams is dealing with a hip issue, which could keep him sidelined. If the veteran big man is unable to play, the team will likely turn to Clint Capela and Jeff Green to help shoulder the load in the frontcourt.

NOVEMBER 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Serviceable two-way effort Adams finished Monday's 110-102 victory over Dallas with four points (2-3 FG, 0-2 FT), nine rebounds, one assist, two blocks and two steals across 23 minutes.

Impact Adams grabbed at least eight rebounds for the fifth time in the past six games, while also adding a season-high four combined steals and blocks. It appears as though Houston is going to continue to shuffle its rotation based on the opposition, making Adams a tough sell in standard leagues. With that said, he is doing enough on most nights to be considered an elite streaming option for anyone needing rebounds.

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Not starting Monday Adams is not listed in the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Nets, Lachard Binkley of SI.com reports.

Impact Adams started Houston's first two games of the season, but he'll head to the bench on Monday, with the Rockets opting to go small. Adams could move in and out of the starting unit throughout the season based on the matchup, but as a reserve, he's a far less attractive option in fantasy hoops.

OCTOBER 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Double-doubles in loss Adams recorded 11 points (4-4 FG, 3-4 FT), 10 rebounds and three steals across 25 minutes during Friday's 115-111 loss to Detroit.

Impact Adams recorded his first double-double of the season, having now started in each of the first two games. While the decision to start him is likely based on the individual matchup, he has looked great during his time on the floor. His value will almost certainly fluctuate depending on the opponent, but for now, he is worth streaming for rebounding purposes.

OCTOBER 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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