Impact Nix drew a questionable designation due a back issue, but he will give it a go. It remains to be seen if he will crack the Rockets' rotation. If he does, he will help provide depth in their backcourt.
OCTOBER 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
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Available Friday Nix (back) is available for Friday's matchup against the Grizzlies.
Questionable Friday Nix (back) is questionable for Friday's game against Memphis, Jonathan Feigen of the Houston Chronicle reports.
Impact Nix was probable for Wednesday's regular-season opener against Atlanta prior to begin ruled out, but he's in the mix to make his season debut against the Grizzlies. If he's held out again, Josh Christopher and Garrison Mathews should see increased playing time for Houston.
OCTOBER 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Won't play Wednesday Nix (back) won't play in Wednesday's game against the Hawks, Jonathan Feigen of the Houston Chronicle reports.
Impact Nix has been downgraded to out after being tabbed probable earlier Wednesday with a back injury. The guard's next opportunity to make his season debut looms Friday against Memphis. The 24-year-old posted 3.2 points and 1.7 assists as a rookie last year with Houston.
OCTOBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Probable for opener Nix (back) is listed as probable for Wednesday's Opening Night clash with the Hawks, Alykhan Bijani of The Athletic reports.
Impact Nix could not suit up for last Friday's preseason finale due to lower-back soreness, but it appears he's moved past the issue ahead of the season. While he's not guaranteed to be available Wednesday, Nix's probable status means he will likely be available off the bench.
OCTOBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Won't play Friday Rockets coach Stephen Silas said Nix (back) is out for Friday's preseason game versus the Pacers, Jonathan Feigen of the Houston Chronicle reports.
Impact Nix injured his back during Monday's preseason game against the Heat. Silas does not expect the second-year guard to practice Sunday but is hopeful he'll be available for next Wednesday's regular-season opener against the Hawks.
OCTOBER 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Questionable Friday Nix (back) is questionable for Friday's preseason game against the Pacers, Jonathan Feigen of the Houston Chronicle reports.
Impact Nix sustained a back injury during Monday's exhibition game against Miami, and it's not yet clear whether he'll be able to suit up for Friday's preseason finale. If he's unavailable, Jalen Green and Josh Christopher are candidates to see increased run.
OCTOBER 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Ruled out with back issue Nix has been ruled out for the remainder of Monday's preseason game against Miami due to low-back soreness, Jonathan Feigen of the Houston Chronicle reports.
Impact Nix figures to be considered day-to-day moving forward. His next opportunity to play arrives Friday in Indiana.
OCTOBER 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Double-double in championship win Nix tallied 20 points (9-25 FG, 0-6 3Pt, 1-4 FT), 11 rebounds, eight rebounds, three steals and a block across 38 minutes in Thursday's 131-114 victory over the Delaware Blue Coats...
Impact Nix came close to a triple-double -- almost a quadruple-double if you count turnovers -- Thursday despite a spotty shooting day, but he won't mind as RGV won its fourth G League title. Nix had a huge role for the Vipers, averaging 20.6 points, 5.9 rebounds, 7.6 assists and 2.1 steals per game, which are all improvements over his performances for the G League Ignite last season.
APRIL 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Rockets assignees Trevelin Queen, Daishen Nix help lead Vipers to fourth G League title Rockets assignees Trevelin Queen, Daishen Nix, and Anthony Lamb all had key roles as Houston’s affiliate clinched the 2022 NBA G League cham...
APRIL 15, 2022 • USATODAY.COM
Inefficient 22 points in G League playoffs Nix put up 22 points (7-19 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 3-4 FT), six rebounds, seven assists and two steals across 34 minutes in Saturday's 125-114 victory over the Agua Caliente Clippers in the W...
Impact Nix wasn't the most efficient shooter Saturday, but he also contributed in the Conference Final with his rebounding, passing and defense. He's averaging 20.6 points, 7.6 assists, 5.9 rebounds and 2.1 steals per game this season in with Rio Grande Valley.
APRIL 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Rockets' Daishen Nix getting more opportunities In his first 11 games, Daishen Nix averaged 3.5 points in 8.8 minutes, making 53.6...
MARCH 13, 2022 • HOUSTONCHRONICLE.COM
Part of rotation Monday Nix finished with seven points (2-6 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), one rebound, four assists and one steal across 23 minutes during Monday's 123-106 loss to Miami.
Impact With Eric Gordon (rest) out, Nix played 20-plus minutes for just the second time all season and for the first time since Dec. 27. The undrafted rookie dished out a career-high four assists and scored his most points since totaling 13 (5-6 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 1-2 FT) across 12 minutes during a Jan. 1 loss to Denver. It's unclear if Nix will remain in the rotation during Wednesday's matchup with the Lakers.
MARCH 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Recalled by Rockets Nix was recalled by the Rockets on Thursday, Cayleigh Griffin of AT&T SportsNet Southwest reports.
Impact Nix had been in the G League since mid-January but will now rejoin the parent club with just over a month remaining in the regular season. He's made eight appearances for the Rockets this year and has averaged 3.8 points in 8.4 minutes per game.
MARCH 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Rockets Convert Daishen Nix to Standard NBA Contract ' Houston Rockets HOUSTON – The Houston Rockets today announced they have converted rookie guard Daishen Nix from a two-way contract into a standard NBA contr...
FEBRUARY 15, 2022 • NBA.COM
Nets four-year deal The Rockets announced Tuesday that Nix's two-way deal was converted to a standard NBA contract.
Impact According to Jonathan Feigen of the Houston Chronicle, the 20-year-old undrafted rookie's contract is for four years, a testament to the organization's optimism about his long-term upside. Nix, who went undrafted after bypassing college to play for the G League Ignite in 2020-21, has been one of the top performers in the G League this season while suiting up for the Rio Grande Valley Vipers. In 27 games, Nix has averaged 19.0 points, 6.0 assists, 5.6 rebounds and 2.3 steals per contest. The 6-foot-4 guard isn't expected to crack the NBA rotation anytime soon, but he could get the opportunity to challenge for a spot on the second unit heading into 2022-23.
FEBRUARY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Rockets assignee Daishen Nix wins G League Player of the Week Rockets assignee Daishen Nix is the NBA G League’s Player of the Week after averaging 27.5 points, 7.0 rebounds, and 6.3 assists per game. H...
JANUARY 25, 2022 • USATODAY.COM
Rockets convert rookie guard Daishen Nix to two-way contract After attending training camp on an Exhibit 10 deal, Daishen Nix appears to have turned enough heads to stick around with the Rockets.
OCTOBER 15, 2021 • USATODAY.COM
