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Kevin Durant is set to miss his first game for the Houston Rockets in the season as he is out for Monday's game against the Phoenix Suns citing personal reasons. He will also miss Wednesday's clash against the Golden State Warriors. As per ESPN's Shams Charania, he is tending to a family matter.
Durant's pivotal role Houston's strong record
Durant has been crucial to Houston's great start to the 2025-26 season, averaging 24.6 points, 4.8 rebounds and 3.3 assists per game. shooting 48.5%.
In Durant's absence, Alperen Sengun is likely to take Houston's charge. He is averaging 22.7 points, 10.0 rebounds and 7.3 assists per game.
Latest update on Dorian Finney-Smith
Dorian Finney-Smith joins KD on the team's injury report as he will also miss out on Monday's game against Suns. He has yet to make his debut for Houston after signing a four-year, $53 million deal this season.
Latest update on Steven Adams
Steven Adams is placed as questionable against Phoenix because of right ankle tendinopathy. Adams played for 23 minutes, ending with five points and eight rebounds in Friday's defeat against the Denver Nuggets. He is having 6.0 ppg and 9.4 rpg this season.
In Adams' absence, the Houston Rockets are likely to play Clint Capel. Capela has dropped great production off the bench, shooting 60 % this season.
Latest update on Tari Eason and Fred VanVleet
Eason is getting fit from a hip injury and will be on the sidelines for four to six weeks. Meanwhile, VanVleet could miss the entire season with a torn ACL.
In VanVleet's absence, Amen Thompson has fulfilled the role of team's primary playmaker. He has done well, averaging 17.2 points, 6.4 rebounds and 5,0 assists. The Rockets will aim to get back on track against the Suns. The team had been on a five-game winning streak before Friday's defeat against Denver.
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