Anthony Edwards Out for Friday’s Rockets vs. Wolves Game

The Houston Rockets are preparing to face the Minnesota Timberwolves this Friday, but they will do so without facing superstar guard Anthony Edwards. Edwards is out for this matchup due to foot maintenance, as he has been dealing with ongoing foot soreness stemming from a previous toe infection.

Recent Performance of the Rockets

The Rockets recently played against the Oklahoma City Thunder, suffering a significant loss of 111-91. This defeat marked their fourth loss in the last five games, resulting in a disappointing record of 3-5 for January. The team struggled despite dominating rebounds, securing 60 boards to Oklahoma’s 44, including 23 offensive rebounds.

Shooting Woes

• Houston shot only 29.2% from three-point range.
• The Thunder excelled at 39% from beyond the arc.

In their previous matchup against the Thunder, the Rockets experienced a nail-biting double overtime defeat, largely due to poor performances from key players. Tari Eason and Reed Sheppard managed only 12 points combined, struggling with shooting efficiency.

Anthony Edwards’ Impact on the Timberwolves

Edwards’ absence can significantly influence the Wolves’ performance. Despite his injury, Minnesota has maintained a strong performance, winning five of their eight games without him. In their latest game, the Timberwolves defeated the Milwaukee Bucks 139-106, even without All-Defensive center Rudy Gobert, who was suspended for that game.

Challenges Ahead for the Rockets

The Rockets have a challenging schedule ahead, including two more back-to-back games this month. Their upcoming matchups include the Detroit Pistons next Saturday and the Atlanta Hawks on the 29th. Notably, Houston has yet to win in three back-to-back games this season, adding pressure to their performance against the Timberwolves.

Final Thoughts

As the Rockets look to rebound from their recent losses, the absence of Anthony Edwards presents a potential opportunity. However, they must capitalize on this advantage if they hope to turn their season around.