The Los Angeles Clippers will host the Houston Rockets in a key Western Conference game tonight. Both teams face a mix of momentum and injury concerns heading into the matchup.
The Rockets enter with a 17-9 record but are coming off an overtime loss to the Sacramento Kings. The Clippers, struggling at 7-21, are riding the energy from a recent victory over the Lakers. Kawhi Leonard led that win with 32 points and 12 rebounds, while James Harden contributed 21 points and 10 assists.
Rockets Injury Report: Will Steven Adams Play?
Houston’s injury report lists two key players sidelined. Fred VanVleet and Dorian Finney-Smith remain out, continuing recovery from early-season injuries. Steven Adams, however, is not currently injured. He sat out Sunday’s game against the Kings as a rest precaution but is expected to return for tonight’s game against the Clippers.
Clippers Injury Report: Will Ivica Zubac Play?
Los Angeles faces a tougher injury outlook with four players listed, including center Ivica Zubac. Zubac sustained a left ankle sprain in the first quarter of Saturday’s win over the Lakers and is ruled out for at least three weeks. The Clippers will likely rely more on Brook Lopez and Nicolas Batum to fill the void in the frontcourt.
Additional Clippers players Bradley Beal and Derrick Jones Jr. remain sidelined with injuries. Chris Paul also continues to be absent from team activities, adding to Los Angeles’ challenges.
Tonight’s matchup tips off at 10:30 p.m. EST and will air on NBC and Peacock. Both teams hope to overcome their injury hurdles and secure a critical win in this Western Conference showdown.
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