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January 29, 2026
Plays final minute of loss
Holiday took the court for the final 51 seconds of Wednesday's 111-99 loss to the Spurs, finishing with one assist and no other statistics.
Analysis
Holiday had missed two straight games while recovering from back spasms before being cleared to return to action for Monday's 108-99 win over the Grizzlies. He went unused in that contest, and while he remained out of the rotation Wednesday, Holiday got the chance to play in the final minute when the Rockets had essentially conceded defeat. With both Tari Eason (ankle) and Dorian Finney-Smith (ankle) set to rest Thursday in Atlanta, Holiday could end up being in store for more meaningful playing time in the second leg of the Rockets' back-to-back set.
January 27, 2026
Available Monday
Holiday (back) is available for Monday's game against Memphis.
Analysis
Holiday will be available to return from a two-game absence due to a back issue, though he isn't guaranteed to see the floor. He had recorded a DNP-CD in three straight games prior to the injury absence.
January 25, 2026
Likely to play Monday
Holiday (back) is probable for Monday's game against the Grizzlies.
Analysis
Holiday will likely return to the lineup Monday after missing the last five games with a back issue. Holiday has seen inconsistent minutes this season, but with the team relatively healthy, he doesn't figure to return to a significant role.
January 23, 2026
Listed out Friday
Holiday is out for Friday's game against the Pistons due to back spasms.
Analysis
Holiday will miss his fifth consecutive contest due to the issue. His next chance to play comes Monday against the Grizzlies. Holiday's absence gives JD Davison the opportunity to claim a meaningful role off the bench Friday, as Tari Eason (ankle) is out.
January 23, 2026
Listed questionable Friday
Holiday is questionable for Friday's game against Detroit with back spasms.
Analysis
Holiday is looking to return from a one-game absence after sitting out the front end of Houston's back-to-back set Thursday. With Tari Eason (ankle) out against the Pistons, Holiday could end up seeing some decent run off the bench if he's able to suit up.