The Houston Rockets are on the road on Wednesday night as they travel to take on the Portland Trail Blazers in a Western Conference matchup.
Houston enters Wednesday’s game with a 22-11 record after defeating the Phoenix Suns at home on Monday night.
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Houston Rockets forward Kevin DurantChristopher Hanewinckel-Imagn Images
In Monday’s victory over the Suns, Kevin Durant led the way for the Rockets as he recorded 26 points, including the game-winning 3-pointer, 10 rebounds and four assists while Amen Thompson added 17 points, seven rebounds and six assists of his own.
Now Houston will try to grab another victory on Wednesday as they face off against the Trail Blazers in a tough road matchup.
On the other side, Portland enters Wednesday’s contest with a 17-20 record after defeating the Utah Jazz at home on Monday night.
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Portland Trail Blazers forward Deni Avdija (8) drives the ball while under pressure from Los Angeles Lakers center Deandre Ayton (5)Credit: William Liang-Imagn Images
Deni Avdija led the way for the Trail Blazers in Monday’s victory as he ended the game with 33 points, eight rebounds and nine assists while Shaedon Sharpe recorded 29 points, five rebounds and seven assists.
While both teams are looking to pick up a victory in Wednesday night’s matchup, both squads may be without multiple key players due to injuries.
Rockets Injury Report, Will Alperen Sengun Play?
For the Rockets, they have two players listed on their injury report, including star center Alperen Sengun.
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Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun (28) © Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
Houston has ruled out Sengun due to a right ankle sprain as he will miss his second consecutive contest and he is expected to miss at least two weeks due to the injury.
With Sengun sidelined, Steven Adams will likely continue to fill in for him in the starting lineup while Clint Capela could be in line for an increased role off the bench.
Houston Rockets point guard Fred VanVleet (5).© Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images
The Rockets have also ruled out Fred VanVleet as he remains sidelined while recovering from a torn ACL he suffered in the offseason.
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Trail Blazers Injury Report, Will Jerami Grant Play?
On the other side, the Trail Blazers have seven players listed on their injury report, including veteran forward Jerami Grant.
Portland Trail Blazers forward Jerami Grant (9)© Mike Watters-Imagn Images
Portland has ruled out Grant due to left Achilles tendonitis that has kept him out since December 20.
With Grant still sidelined, Sidy Cissoko could continue to have an increased role, especially with the Trail Blazers listing Kris Murray as doubtful with low back soreness.
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Portland Trail Blazers guard Jrue Holiday (5)Rob Gray-Imagn Images
The Trail Blazers have also ruled out Scoot Henderson, Jrue Holiday, Damian Lillard, Matisse Thybulle and Blake Wesley as they all continue to be sidelined while recovering from injuries.
Fans can catch Wednesday night’s matchup between the Rockets and Trail Blazers from Portland at 10:00 p.m. EST.
This story was originally published by Athlon Sports on Jan 7, 2026, where it first appeared in the NBA section. Add Athlon Sports as a Preferred Source by clicking here.