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Fills stat sheet in loss McCollum totaled 17 points (7-17 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 0-0 FT), eight rebounds, four assists, two steals and one block in SUnday's 128-124 loss to the Celtics.

Impact McCollum wasn't the prolific scorer he was the last time out, but he did a little bit of everything in this one, per usual. On the season, the former first-round pick is averaging 22.6 points, 4.1 rebounds and 4.3 assists per game. He'll look to keep adding to those totals Tuesday against the Rockets.

AUGUST 3, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Scores 15 points Covington finished with 15 points (5-12 FG, 3-9 3Pt, 2-2 FT), seven boards, one block, and three steals in 37 minutes of a 120-116 win against Milwaukee on Sunday.

Impact Covington finished in double figures for the third consecutive game as Houston was able to overcome a late eight-point deficit for the win against Milwaukee. His three steals were the most he's had in a game since being acquired by the Rockets in February. He'll face the Trail Blazers on Tuesday.

AUGUST 3, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Late free throws help secure win Westbrook dropped 31 points (10-21 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 10-12 FT), six boards, eight assists and one block in 38 minutes of his team's 120-116 win against Milwaukee on Sunday.

Impact Westbrook came through in the clutch, knocking down four free-throw attempts in the final minute to help his team overcome a late eight-point deficit for the Rockets' second win since the season restarted. Westbrook led his team in scoring on a night where all five Houston starters finished in double figures. He'll face the Trail Blazers on Tuesday.

AUGUST 3, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Out vs. Rockets Connaughton (coach's decision) will remain out for Sunday's game against the Rockets.

Impact Connaughton is still getting his wind back after joining the bubble late due to a positive coronavirus test. Sterling Brown should continue to have a role in Connaughton's absence.

AUGUST 1, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Remaining out vs. Rockets Bledsoe (coach's decision) will remain out for Sunday's game against the Rockets.

Impact Bledsoe is still working on getting his conditioning back after joining the team late due to COVID-19. In his stead, Donte DiVincenzo should draw another start. In the opener, DiVincenzo posted 10 points on eight shots, six rebounds and three assists in 27 minutes.

AUGUST 1, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Nears triple-double Harden went for 49 points (14-20 FG, 3-9 3Pt, 18-21 FT), nine rebounds, eight assists, three steals and three blocks in 43 minutes during Friday's 153-149 overtime win over the Mav...

Impact Harden picked it up right where he left it off when the season got suspended back in March, and he came close to a triple-double while shooting at a very efficient rate -- he needed just 20 shots to score 49 points, although he was aided by 18 free throws. Harden should be the focal point of the Rockets offense ahead of Sunday's marquee matchup against the Bucks.

AUGUST 1, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Powers team to victory Antetokounmpo scored 36 points (14-20 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 7-12 FT) and added 15 rebounds, seven assists, a steal and a block in Friday's 119-112 win over the Celtics.

Impact Antetokounmpo made a crucial free throw just moments after it appeared he had fouled out of the game late in the fourth quarter. Fortunately for the Bucks, the call was reversed, and the 26-year-year old remained in the game to help ice the win. Despite the layoff, he continued where he left off, notching his 18th straight double-double. He'll look to continue that streak Sunday against the Rockets.

AUGUST 1, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Helped off court with ankle injury Gordon was helped off the court after suffering an ankle injury during Tuesday's scrimmage against Boston, Jonathan Feigen of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Impact Gordon landed on a Celtics' players foot during the second quarter and rolled his left ankle. The veteran had to be helped off the court by teammates, and the Rockets have confirmed that he won't return to the scrimmage. Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN adds that Gordon will undergo an X-ray on the ankle. At this point, Gordon should be considered very much questionable, if not closer to doubtful, for Friday's opening seeding matchup against the Mavericks.

JULY 28, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Playing Tuesday Burke (undisclosed) will play in the Mavericks' final scrimmage Tuesday against the 76ers, Dwain Price of the Mavericks' official site reports.

Impact Burke worked out in the bubble for the first time Friday, and he'll get to play in one scrimmage before seeding games begin. The Mavericks have their opener Friday against the Rockets.

JULY 28, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

The Latest: Michigan State stops workouts amid positive test

Michigan State’s football team is pausing workouts after a staff member tested positive for COVID-19

JULY 22, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Could arrive in Orlando Wednesday Mbah a Moute (undisclosed) could arrive to the Orlando bubble as soon as Wednesday, Tim MacMahon of ESPN.com reports.

Impact While Mbah a Moute's timetable still isn't exact, it seems like we should expect him to be with the team by the end of the week. Once he arrives, he'll go through a mandatory quarantine period which involves passing two COVID-19 tests before he's able to practice. If everything goes to plan, it seems likely he'd be available for the Rockets' first seeding game July 31 against the Mavericks.

JULY 22, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Opts out of Orlando restart Sefolosha said Wednesday that he won't participate in the resumption of the 2019-20 season, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.

Impact The 35-year-old forward will stay home while the Rockets go to Orlando. He held a small role with the Rockets this season, averaging 2.2 points and 2.3 rebounds across 10.6 minutes per game in his 41 appearances.

JULY 1, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Back to full strength Gordon said that he's back to full strength and full health after the suspended season allowed him to rest his knee, which he had surgically repaired during the season, Cayleigh Gr...

Impact Gordon sat out 22 games from Nov. 13 through Dec. 28 as a result of the surgery. Since then, he's sat out seven of a possible 32 games and averaged 15.8 points on 13.1 shots with 1.9 rebounds and 1.8 assists. Gordon is a meaningful part of the Rockets' small-ball game plan.

JULY 1, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Signs two-year deal with Rockets Nwaba (Achilles) signed a two-year contract with the Rockets on Tuesday, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Impact Nwaba will not play during the resumed season due to Achilles surgery rehab, but the contract includes a team option for the 2020-21 campaign. Nwaba has played 161 games across his four seasons, averaging 6.9 points, 3.7 rebounds, 1.1 assists and 1.1 combined steals-plus-blocks across 20.5 minutes.

JUNE 23, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

The Whiteboard: Amidst suspended season, Rockets somehow more in limbo than anyone The Whiteboard is The Step Back's daily basketball newsletter, covering the NBA, WNBA and more. Subscribe here to get it delivered to you vi...

MAY 8, 2020 • FANSIDED.COM

Memories from Blazers-Rockets, Brandon Roy's OT buzzer beater game Roy made more than his share of big shots in a Portland uniform.

MAY 5, 2020 • YAHOO.COM

Mile High Sports For a new episode of Rocky Mountain Hoops, T.J. McBride and Salman Ali talk about a possible Nuggets versus Rockets playoff series.

MARCH 26, 2020 • MILEHIGHSPORTS.COM

Why Warriors all questioned Andre Iguodala's 2018 injury vs. Rockets Kevon Looney shed some light Wednesday morning and took us inside Golden State's locker room ...

MARCH 26, 2020 • YAHOO.COM

Marreon Jackson Named to NABC All-District Squad - University of Toledo Athletics Ninth straight season Rocket has been named to all-district squad

MARCH 23, 2020 • UTROCKETS.COM

On the day he was set to return, let's remember Nurk's career-high Jusuf Nurkic was going to play vs. the Rockets after nearly a year recovering from a leg injury. This will have to supplement, for now.

MARCH 15, 2020 • NBC.COM

Watch: Wolves Fastbreak: Minnesota can't hang on in Houston The Timberwolves led for much of the early part of the game but the Rockets used a big run and held on for the win.

MARCH 11, 2020 • YARDBARKER.COM

Toledo beats W. Michigan 76-73 in MAC tourney TOLEDO, Ohio (AP) — Willie Jackson scored 22 points and grabbed 16 rebounds and seventh-seeded Toledo held off No. 10 Western Michigan 76-73...

MARCH 10, 2020 • OTTUMWACOURIER.COM

Toledo beats W. Michigan 76-73 in MAC tourney TOLEDO, Ohio (AP) — Willie Jackson scored 22 points and grabbed 16 rebounds and seventh-seeded Toledo held off No. 10 Western Michigan 76-73...

MARCH 10, 2020 • HERALDEXTRA.COM

Toledo beats W. Michigan 76-73 in MAC tourney TOLEDO, Ohio (AP) — Willie Jackson scored 22 points and grabbed 16 rebounds and seventh-seeded Toledo held off No. 10 Western Michigan 76-73...

MARCH 10, 2020 • SHORELINEMEDIA.NET

Toledo beats W. Michigan 76-73 in MAC tourney TOLEDO, Ohio (AP) — Willie Jackson scored 22 points and grabbed 16 rebounds and seventh-seeded Toledo held off No. 10 Western Michigan 76-73...

MARCH 10, 2020 • THE-MESSENGER.COM