Rockets’ Superstar Set to Miss Crucial Game Against Pacers
The Houston Rockets are gearing up to face the Indiana Pacers on Monday night, but they’ll be missing a crucial player. The 2025-26 season has been a rollercoaster for the Rockets, with moments of brilliance overshadowed by challenges, particularly due to injuries.
Rockets’ Injury Challenges
Key players Fred VanVleet and Steven Adams are sidelined, greatly affecting the team’s performance in terms of ball handling and rebounding. Currently, the Rockets are on a two-game win streak, but their upcoming match against the Pacers presents another obstacle.
Rockets Injury Report
- Steven Adams: Out – Left ankle surgery
- Isaiah Crawford: Questionable – G League assignment
- Kevin Durant: Out – Left ankle sprain
- Tristen Newton: Out – G League assignment
- Fred VanVleet: Out – Right ACL
Among these injuries, the absence of superstar scorer Kevin Durant is particularly notable. He has been a key contributor this season, averaging 26.2 points, 5.4 rebounds, and 4.6 assists per game. The Rockets have struggled to fill the void left by his injury, a situation compounded by his history of occasional injuries throughout his career.
Pacers’ Injury Updates
The Indiana Pacers have also faced significant injury woes throughout the season, but their situation is improving. However, they will still miss key players as they prepare for the game against the Rockets.
Pacers Injury Report
- Tyrese Haliburton: Out – Right achilles tendon tear
- Taelon Peter: Doubtful – G League assignment
- Ethan Thompson: Doubtful – G League assignment
- Obi Toppin: Out – Right foot stress fracture
Despite their struggles, the Rockets will look to capitalize on the Pacers’ injuries. The game is an important matchup as both teams navigate their respective challenges in the season.
Upcoming Game Details
The Rockets and Pacers will tip off at 6 p.m. CT at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, IN. As both teams face injury crises, this match presents a critical moment for each to build momentum.
Fans will be watching closely to see how the Rockets manage without their superstar and whether the Pacers can adapt without key players like Haliburton.
