STEVEN ADAMS NEWS

Strong defense carries Rockets past Magic Jabari Smith Jr.scored a team-high 20 points, Alperen Sengun and Steven Adams recorded double-doubles, and the Houston Rockets turned a stif...

MARCH 11 • THESTATE.COM

Jabari Smith Jr. stars as the Rockets beat the Magic 97-84 for 3rd straight win

Jabari Smith Jr. had 20 points and tied a career high with five 3-pointers, helping the Houston Rockets beat the Orlando Magic 97-84 for their third consecutive victory

MARCH 11 • Associated Press

Not listed on injury report Adams (ankle) isn't listed on Houston's injury report for Tuesday's game against the Pacers.

Impact It looks like Adams will suit up for the second night of a back-to-back set, but he was also omitted from the injury report for Monday's loss to the Thunder but didn't see any action, even with Alperen Sengun (back) sidelined. Adams appeared in nine of Houston's 13 contests in February, averaging 14.9 minutes per game.

MARCH 4 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Thunder Adams (ankle) is available for Monday's game against the Thunder.

Impact Adams will shake off a questionable designation due to ankle soreness Monday. With Alperen Sengun out with a back injury against Oklahoma City, Adams should share the minutes in the middle with Jock Landale.

MARCH 4 • ROTOWIRE

Houston visits Oklahoma City after Williams' 41-point showing

Oklahoma City hosts the Houston Rockets after Jalen Williams scored 41 points in the Oklahoma City Thunder's 146-132 victory over the San Antonio Spurs

MARCH 3 • Associated Press

Questionable to face OKC Adams is listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Thunder due to left ankle soreness.

Impact The Rockets continue to manage Adams' playing time due to the lingering left ankle injury. If the big man is sidelined Monday, Jabari Smith could see a slight uptick in playing time behind Alperen Sengun.

MARCH 2 • ROTOWIRE

Not on injury report Adams (ankle) is available for Tuesday's game against the Bucks.

Impact Adams is no longer on the injury report after missing Saturday's game against the Jazz, the second leg of a back-to-back set. The Rockets will play against the Spurs on Wednesday, so there's a chance Adams could miss that game if this trend continues.

FEBRUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Bucks face the Rockets, look for 5th straight victory

Milwaukee will attempt to extend its four-game win streak with a victory over Houston

FEBRUARY 24 • Associated Press

Won't play Saturday Adams is out for Saturday's game versus the Jazz due to left ankle soreness.

Impact Adams will miss the second leg of Houston's back-to-back Saturday due to a sore left ankle. Jock Landale will likely receive increased playing time as the backup center to Alperen Sengun in his absence. Adams' next chance to suit up is Tuesday's matchup with Milwaukee.

FEBRUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Left off injury report Despite a previous report, Adams (ankle) isn't on the injury report for Thursday's game versus the Warriors.

Impact Although Adams was expected to sit out Thursday due to a lingering ankle issue, it appears that the veteran big man is set to play both legs of Houston's back-to-back. Adams is averaging 6.0 points and 7.8 rebounds in 19.2 minutes across his previous five appearances.

FEBRUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Inactive for Thursday Adams won't play in Thursday's game against the Warriors, Ben DuBose of USA Today reports.

Impact Adams will miss the second leg of the Rockets' back-to-back set due to a lingering ankle injury. The 31-year-old center logged five points (2-5 FG, 1-3 FT) and six rebounds in 10 minutes off the bench during Wednesday's 119-111 win over the Suns. Adams will have the full All-Star break to rest and recover.

FEBRUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared to play for Wednesday Adams (ankle) has been cleared to play in Wednesday's game against Suns, Adam Spolane of Sports Radio 610 Houston reports.

Impact After missing two of the last three games with an ankle sprain, head coach Ime Udoka said Adams will get back on the floor for the Rockets for Wednesday's game against the Suns. Although the point production hasn't been there for the veteran big man, he has made an impact on the glass, recording double-digit rebounds in three of the last five games he's played for Houston.

FEBRUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Brooks scores 19 as the Rockets snap a six-game skid with 94-87 win over the Raptors

Dillon Brooks scored 19 points, Jalen Green added 18 and the short-handed Houston Rockets snapped a six-game skid with a 94-87 win over the Toronto Raptors on Sunday

FEBRUARY 9 • Associated Press

Out Sunday Adams has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Raptors due to left ankle soreness.

Impact Adams produced two points (1-9 FG), 12 rebounds and one assist across 22 minutes during Saturday's 116-105 loss to the Mavericks but will take a seat for the second night of a back-to-back set. With Tari Eason (rest) and Cody Zeller (not with team) also unavailable, Jock Landale will operate as the primary backup behind Alperen Sengun. Adams should return to action Wednesday against the Suns.

FEBRUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Grabs 12 boards Saturday Adams produced two points (1-9 FG), 12 rebounds and one assist across 22 minutes during Saturday's 116-105 loss to the Mavericks.

Impact Adams missed eight of his nine field-goal attempts in Saturday's loss, but he managed to haul in a team-high 12 rebounds -- including nine offensive boards -- and has logged at least 10 rebounds in three of his last five outings. Adams was in the Rockets' starting lineup for the second half in place of Tari Eason to give Houston more size against Anthony Davis (lower body) and Daniel Gafford. Most of Adams' fantasy value comes from rebounding, though he's seen additional playing time this season when Alperen Sengun has been sidelined due to injury.

FEBRUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Grabs 12 boards Saturday Adams produced two points (1-9 FG), 12 rebounds and one assist across 22 minutes during Saturday's 116-105 loss to the Mavericks.

Impact Adams missed eight of his nine field-goal attempts in Saturday's loss, but he managed to haul in a team-high 12 rebounds -- including nine offensive boards -- and has logged at least 10 rebounds in three of his last five outings. Adams was in the Rockets' starting lineup for the second half in place of Tari Eason to give Houston more size against Anthony Davis (lower body) and Daniel Gafford. Most of Adams' fantasy value comes from rebounding, though he's seen additional playing time this season when Alperen Sengun has been sidelined due to injury.

FEBRUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared to play Saturday Adams (ankle) has been cleared to play in Saturday's game against the Mavericks.

Impact After missing Thursday's loss to the Timberwolves, Adams will be available to return to the floor Saturday in Dallas. In 35 games this season, the veteran big man has averaged career-low numbers in points (3.8) and rebounds (5.2) but could be turning things around with two double-digit rebound performances in the last four games for Houston.

FEBRUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Houston plays Dallas on 4-game road skid

Houston comes into a matchup with Dallas as losers of four straight road games

FEBRUARY 7 • Associated Press

Ruled out Thursday Adams (ankle) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Timberwolves, Danielle Lerner of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Impact After playing 13 minutes in Tuesday's loss to the Nets, Adams will miss Thursday's game in Minnesota. With the veteran big man set to miss this matchup against the Timberwolves, the Rockets will likely lean on All-Star Alperen Sengun more Thursday. Jock Landale could also see a bump in minutes.

FEBRUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Minnesota faces Houston following Edwards' 49-point game

Minnesota hosts the Houston Rockets after Anthony Edwards scored 49 points in the Minnesota Timberwolves' 127-108 win over the Chicago Bulls

FEBRUARY 6 • Associated Press

Doubtful with ankle soreness Adams (ankle) is doubtful for Thursday's game against the Timberwolves, Danielle Lerner of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Impact Adams is unlikely to play Thursday due to left ankle soreness, which is an issue the veteran big man has managed lately. The Rockets should lean heavily on Alperen Sengun from the starting lineup if Adams is expectedly ruled out ahead of Thursday's action, and Jock Landale should take over as the top backup big man off Houston's bench against Minnesota.

FEBRUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Lakers discussed Steven Adams trade with Rockets, both sides significantly apart League sources say the Lakers have had talks with Houston about 31-year-old big man Steven Adams (who is on an expiring deal worth $12.6 mil...

FEBRUARY 4 • HOOPSHYPE.COM

Top rebounder in return to bench Adams posted eight points (4-9 FG), 13 rebounds, one assist and one block over 26 minutes in Monday's 124-118 loss to New York.

Impact Adams moved to the Rockets bench due to Tari Eason getting the starting nod Monday, but led all Houston players in rebounds while finishing two points shy of a double-double. Adams set a new season high in rebounds, his third outing of the year with a double-digit rebound total. He has now tallied eight or more points in five contests, including in four of his last five appearances.

FEBRUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Slides back to bench Monday Adams will come off the bench in Monday's game against the Knicks, Vanessa Richardson of Space City Home Network reports.

Impact With Alperen Sengun (calf) still on the shelf, Tari Eason will supplant Adams in the starting five on Monday. The big man had started in each of the club's last two outings, amassing 22 points (8-14 FG, 6-9 FT), 17 rebounds, three blocks, three assists and two steals across 48 total minutes.

FEBRUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE