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The Rockets signed Oscar Tshiebwe.

Fantasy Impact: Tshiebwe previously played for the Pacers and Jazz. He will remain off the fantasy radar.

Category: Transactions


The Houston Rockets and Jae’Sean Tate have agreed to a one-year, $3.07 million deal. (Source: Michael Scotto on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: The deal is partially guaranteed for $1.04 million. Tate will figure to remain in a reserve role with Houston.

Category: Transactions


The Rockets are trading Dorian Finney-Smith and three second-round picks to the Hornets. (Source: Shams Charania on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Finney-Smith will figure to remain in a reserve role off the bench for Charlotte. He'll remain off the fantasy radar.

Category: Transactions


Tari Eason has agreed to a five-year, $81.5 million deal to remain in Houston. (Source: Kelly Iko on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Eason had been a restricted free agent. He'll figure to remain in a similar role in the Rockets front court.

Category: Transactions


Marcus Smart agreed to a two-year, $13 million contract with the Rockets. (Source: Shams Charania on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Smart finds a new home after declining his player option with the Lakers. He should remain in a significant role with Houston.

Category: Transactions


The Rockets picked up the $2.6 million team option on guard J.D. Davison. (Source: Kelly Iko on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Davison will remain in a reserve role for Houston. He is off the fantasy radar.

Category: Transactions


Fred VanVleet is opting into his $25 million player option rather than becoming a free agent. He will stay in Houston and try to rebuild his value after coming off of a torn ACL. (Source: Shams Charania on X)

Fantasy Impact: If VanVleet can get back to what he was pre-injury, which is getting harder to do as he ages, he should still be a vital part of the Rockets rotation as they search for a title. They looked a bit lost at times during the season, and VanVleet’s experience could prove valuable to their chemistry and ability.

Category: Transactions


The Rockets have tendered a two-way qualifying offer to Isaiah Crawford. (Source: Keith Smith on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Crawford will now be a restricted free agent this summer. He is likely to remain off the fantasy radar.

Category: Transactions


The Rockets signed Quadir Copeland to a two-way contract.

Fantasy Impact: Copeland began his collegiate career at Syracuse before transferring to McNeese and North Carolina State. He averaged 14 points on 49.4 percent shooting from the field with the Wolfpack. He'll look to prove himself in the Summer League.

Category: Transactions


Amen Thompson is reportedly the only "near untouchable" player on the Rockets' roster.

Fantasy Impact: Houston doesn't appear to be actively shopping other players, but they're open to doing so in the right offer. It doesn't appear any other star players are available as of now outside of Giannis Antetokounmpo -- who is expected to land with either the Celtics or Rockets.

Category: Rumors


Kevin Durant is now doubtful for Game 6 on Friday against the Lakers. (Source: Will Guillory on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Durant was not expected to play, but he at least has a chance to play with his listing of doubtful. His status will need to be monitored closer to tip-off on Friday.

Category: Injury Updates


Reed Sheppard scored 19 points (7-18 FG, 4-12 3PT, 1-2 FT) to go along with four rebounds, three assists, one steal and one block in the Rockets 132-101 win over the Grizzlies.

Fantasy Impact: Sheppard played 26 minutes as a starter to end the regular season. He will remain one of the top shooters for Houston heading into the playoffs.

Category: Game Recaps


Clint Capela scored 23 points (9-11 FG, 1-2 3PT, 4-7 FT) to go along with 13 rebounds, one assist, one steal and three blocks in the Rockets 132-101 win over the Grizzlies.

Fantasy Impact: Capela played 23 minutes in a start to end the regular season. He will return to his reserve role in the playoffs.

Category: Game Recaps


Alperen Sengun has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Grizzlies. (Source: NBA Injury Report)

Fantasy Impact: Sengun is one of several starters who will sit for the Rockets. Tari Eason and Clint Capela should see more run as a result.

Category: Injury Updates


Jabari Smith Jr. has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Grizzlies. (Source: NBA Injury Report)

Fantasy Impact: Smith is one of several starters who will sit for the Rockets. Aaron Holiday and Jae’Sean Tate should see more run as a result.

Category: Injury Updates


Josh Okogie scored 10 points (3-6 FG, 3-5 3P, 1-2 FT) with 10 rebounds, an assist, and a block in the Rockets’ 104-86 win over the Hawks.

Fantasy Impact: Okogie had himself a nice night against the Hawks, achieving his first double-double of the season. Despite that, his floor remains very low, as it was also the first time this month that he has crossed into double-digit points. He’s best left on waivers.

Category: Game Recaps


Steven Adams (ankle) has undergone season-ending surgery on his left ankle. (Source: Shams Charania via X)

Fantasy Impact: Adams had been a regular part of the Rockets rotation at center, but was given an indefinite time table to return after injuring his ankle. His season is now over, and Houston will have to turn elsewhere for depth at center.

Category: Injury Updates


Aaron Holiday (back) is good to go for Wednesday's game against the San Antonio Spurs. (Source: NBA Injury Report)

Fantasy Impact: Holiday is now off of Houston's injury report after recently missing some time due to a back injury. He should be a full go for Wednesday's game against the Spurs, although he doesn't project to be a good fantasy option in that matchup.

Category: Injury Updates