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December 29, 2025
Won't suit up Monday
Sengun (calf) won't play Monday against the Pacers.
Analysis
Sengun was unable to shake his questionable tag and will be sidelined for a second straight game. His next chance to play comes Thursday against Brooklyn. In his absence, the Rockets will likely rely more on Steven Adams and Clint Capela.
December 28, 2025
Iffy for Monday
Sengun (calf) is listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Pacers.
Analysis
Sengun is in jeopardy of missing his second consecutive contest due to left calf tightness. If the star big man is ultimately ruled out, Steven Adams and Clint Capela are candidates for increased playing time. In nine appearances this month, Sengun has averaged 23.4 points, 9.9 rebounds, 6.4 assists, 2.2 steals and 1.3 blocks in 34.7 minutes per game.
December 27, 2025
Out vs. Cleveland
Sengun (calf) is out for Saturday's game against the Cavaliers, Tanner Nichols of IE Sports Radio reports.
Analysis
Sengun will miss Saturday's contest due to left calf tightness, meaning Steven Adams will jump into the starting lineup while playing alongside Jabari Smith in the frontcourt. Sengun will aim to return to the hardwood when the Rockets take on the Pacers on Monday.
December 26, 2025
Iffy for Saturday
Sengun is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Cavaliers due to left calf tightness.
Analysis
Sengun was also listed as questionable ahead of Thursday's win over the Lakers due to the calf issue, though he suited up and recorded 14 points (5-7 FG, 4-4 FT), 12 rebounds, four assists and one steal across 31 minutes. If he's unable to go Saturday, Steven Adams and Clint Capela are candidates for increased roles. Over his last five appearances, Sengun has averaged 19.4 points, 9.2 rebounds, 5.2 assists, 1.6 steals and 1.2 blocks in 33.2 minutes per game.
December 26, 2025
Double-double in Christmas Day win
Sengun amassed 14 points (5-7 FG, 4-4 FT), 12 rebounds, four assists and one steal across 31 minutes during Thursday's 119-96 win over the Lakers.
Analysis
Sengun shook off a questionable tag related to left calf tightness and came through with his 16th double-double of the season in a Christmas Day victory. The fifth-year center has been excellent overall, though the three-point shot has been absent, as he hasn't attempted one in the past two games and is 0-for-14 from deep over the past eight contests since his last make Dec. 1.
December 25, 2025
Good to go for Christmas Day
Sengun (calf) is available for Thursday's game against the Lakers, Will Guillory of The Athletic reports.
Analysis
Despite calf tightness, Sengun will play on Christmas Day. In December, he's averaging 24.6 points, 9.6 rebounds, 6.8 assists, 2.4 steals and 1.5 blocks in 35.1 minutes.
December 25, 2025
Questionable for Thursday
Sengun is listed as questionable for Thursday's game against the Lakers due to left calf tightness.
Analysis
Sengun is at risk of missing the Rockets' game on Christmas Day due to a calf injury. If the standout center were to miss the contest, Steven Adams, Clint Capela and Jabari Smith would handle most of the center duties. In his last six games, Sengun is averaging 23.0 points, 9.8 rebounds, 6.2 assists, 2.2 steals and 1.2 blocks across 35.5 minutes.
December 24, 2025
Records double-double in loss
Sengun recorded 19 points (9-16 FG, 1-1 FT), 11 rebounds, seven assists, one block and two steals across 28 minutes during Tuesday's 128-108 loss to the Clippers.
Analysis
Sengun's frontcourt work was the only element where Houston held an advantage during the loss, as the big man capitalized on the Clippers' injury woes under the basket. Sengun now has 14 double-doubles out of 25 games played, which puts him in a tie for eighth in the league alongside Luka Doncic.