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21. Januar 2026
Limited in return
Eason (ankle) ended with six points (3-6 FG), six rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal across 20 minutes during Tuesday's 111-106 victory over the Spurs.
Analyse
Eason returned from a five-game absence due to a sprained right ankle, logging 20 minutes off the bench. Prior to the injury, Eason had been playing his best basketball of the season, having started in eight straight games. While this wasn't his best performance, he is definitely someone who needs to be added in all formats moving forward.
21. Januar 2026
Won't start in return
Eason (ankle) won't start Tuesday's game against the Spurs, Will Guillory of The Athletic reports.
Analyse
Eason is available to return from a five-game absence due to a right ankle sprain, though he'll come off the bench and could operate on a minutes restriction in his return. In 12 outings off the bench so far this season, the 24-year-old forward has averaged 11.2 points, 5.1 rebounds and 1.6 assists in 21.8 minutes per contest.
20. Januar 2026
Available to play
Eason (ankle) is available for Tuesday's game versus the Spurs, Vanessa Richardson of Space City Home Network reports.
Analyse
Eason is set to return from a five-game absence Tuesday evening, so he'll likely be on a minutes restriction in his first game back. Eason's return will likely result in less playing time for Jae'Sean Tate, Josh Okogie and Dorian Finney-Smith.
19. Januar 2026
Iffy for Tuesday
Eason (ankle) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against the Spurs.
Analyse
Eason is in jeopardy of missing his sixth consecutive contest due to a right ankle sprain. If the 24-year-old forward isn't cleared to return, Josh Okogie would likely see increased playing time, while Jae'Sean Tate could remain in the Houston rotation. In five appearances this month, Eason has averaged 13.4 points, 8.6 rebounds, 1.8 assists and 1.4 steals in 26.6 minutes per contest.
18. Januar 2026
Downgraded to out
Eason (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Pelicans.
Analyse
Eason was listed as questionable leading up to tipoff, but he won't be able to suit up for Sunday's matchup. Steven Adams will slot into the starting lineup in Eason's absence.
17. Januar 2026
Questionable to play Sunday
Eason (ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against New Orleans.
Analyse
Eason has missed the Rockets' last four games due to a right ankle sprain, but the fourth-year pro has an opportunity to return for Sunday's contest. His return would likely result in Josh Okogie reverting to the bench. Across his eight outings prior to his injury, Eason averaged 12.8 points, 7.5 rebounds, 1.5 assists, 1.8 threes, 1.8 steals and 0.9 blocks over 26.1 minutes per game.
17. Januar 2026
Ruled out Friday
Eason (ankle) won't play Friday versus the Timberwolves.
Analyse
Eason is set to miss his fourth consecutive game, but he does appear to be getting close, as Friday was the first time he'd received a questionable tag since going down with the ankle injury. His next chance to play will come Sunday against the Pelicans, and for now, he should be considered questionable for that one.
16. Januar 2026
Questionable with ankle sprain
Eason is questionable for Friday's game against Minnesota with a right ankle sprain.
Analyse
Eason is looking to end a three-game absence due to the injury. If the forward remains sidelined, more playing time would be available for Dorian Finney-Smith and Josh Okogie in the frontcourt.
14. Januar 2026
Ruled out for Thursday
Eason (ankle) won't play Thursday versus the Thunder.
Analyse
Thursday will mark the third consecutive game on the sidelines for Eason, but perhaps he'll be able to get back out there for Friday's game versus the Timberwolves. Aaron Holiday and Josh Okogie have alternated starts the past two games with Eason unavailable, so it'll be interesting to see who gets the call Wednesday evening.