Herbert Jones
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January 17, 2026
Out again Sunday
Jones (ankle) is out for Sunday's game against the Rockets.
Analysis
Jones hasn't taken the court since Jan. 6 due to a right ankle sprain. The team has yet to provide a clear timetable for his return, but his next chance to suit up will come Wednesday against Detroit.
January 15, 2026
Listed as out for Friday
Jones (ankle) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Pacers.
Analysis
Jones will miss a sixth straight matchup while tending to a right ankle sprain. His next chance at a return will arrive Sunday in Houston.
January 14, 2026
Absence streak to continue
Jones is out for Wednesday's game against the Nets due to a sprained right ankle.
Analysis
Wednesday is marking a fifth consecutive absence for Jones, whose next chance to play arrives Friday in Indiana. Saddiq Bey is primed for a big workload against Brooklyn, with Jordan Hawkins also being a candidate for an expanded role off the bench.
January 12, 2026
Remaining out vs. Denver
Jones (ankle) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Nuggets.
Analysis
Jones is set to miss his fourth straight game due to a right ankle sprain, and he has appeared in just one matchup since Dec. 23. With the 27-year-old forward on the shelf, Bryce McGowens and Micah Peavy are candidates for increased roles, especially if Saddiq Bey (hip) is downgraded from questionable to out. Jones' next opportunity to play will come Wednesday against the Nets.