The Houston Rockets will take on the Toronto Raptors on February 9, 2025. With high hopes, both teams come into the matchup with notable injuries that will impact their lineups. Fans are curious about Jalen Green’s status for the game.
As per the injury report, Green will be available during the Raptors-Rockets game. However, the Rockets will be missing three key players. Fred VanVleet is out due to an ankle injury, Cody Zeller is absent for personal reasons, and Jabari Smith Jr. is sidelined with a hand injury. Although Houston boasts a record of 32-20, they will look to bounce back from their recent 116-105 defeat against the Mavericks, where Jalen Green scored 24 points.
WHAT A DUNK JALEN GREEN!!!!!!!!!!! pic.twitter.com/4JwSIPAmFA
— Bradeaux (@BradeauxNBA) February 8, 2025
On the other side, the Raptors, currently at 16-36, have four players listed on their injury report. Both PJ Tucker and Brandon Ingram are out for personal reasons and an ankle injury. Furthermore, RJ Barrett and Jakob Poeltl are listed as day-to-day due to a concussion and hip injury, respectively.
Their status may alter the Raptors’ game strategy, particularly following their recent loss to the Thunder. During the last game, Scottie Barnes led the team with 21 points in a 121-109 defeat. The injuries on both teams could play a crucial role in determining the outcome of this matchup at the Toyota Center.
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Rockets Fell Short To Mavericks Despite Jalen Green’s Efforts
Despite the Rockets falling short to the Mavs in the last game, Jalen Green tried his best. His 24-point run during the game included six assists. Although Houston was without key players like Jabari Smith Jr. and Fred VanVleet, Green tried to rally his team. His efforts came best, especially in a crucial second half when the Rockets clawed their way back into the game.
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AD had Jalen Green in hell and he still scored pic.twitter.com/EA7coQfMTJ
— Dr. Profit🩺 (@DoctorProfit) February 8, 2025
While things were on the odd side, he managed to keep Houston within striking distance. Green even hit a jumper to reduce Dallas’ lead to just four points in the closing moments. Unfortunately for Green and the Rockets, their efforts fell short as the Mavericks secured a 116-105 victory.
The Rockets failed to exploit the absence of two Mavericks starters. They had no answer to Dallas’ exceptional defensive play, which included setting a new team record with 18 blocks, which ultimately hindered Houston’s chances.
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