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January 21, 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.
Analysis
Eason had started in each of his prior eight appearances, but the Rockets elected to bring him off the bench Tuesday while he made his return from a five-game absence. He had been averaging 26.1 minutes per contest in those starts, but his move to the bench also came with a reduction in playing time. While Eason didn't light up the box score in his return, he's worth grabbing in most fantasy leagues where available with the expectation that he eventually recaptures a starting role and sees his minutes pick up in future games.
January 21, 2026
Won't start in return
Eason (ankle) won't start Tuesday's game against the Spurs, Will Guillory of The Athletic reports.
Analysis
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.
January 20, 2026
Available to play
Eason (ankle) is available for Tuesday's game versus the Spurs, Vanessa Richardson of Space City Home Network reports.
Analysis
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.
January 19, 2026
Iffy for Tuesday
Eason (ankle) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against the Spurs.
Analysis
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.
January 18, 2026
Downgraded to out
Eason (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Pelicans.
Analysis
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.
January 17, 2026
Questionable to play Sunday
Eason (ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against New Orleans.
Analysis
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.
January 17, 2026
Ruled out Friday
Eason (ankle) won't play Friday versus the Timberwolves.
Analysis
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.
January 16, 2026
Questionable with ankle sprain
Eason is questionable for Friday's game against Minnesota with a right ankle sprain.
Analysis
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.