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MARCH 15 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Undergoes successful surgery The Rockets announced Tuesday that Eason underwent successful surgery to treat a benign growth in his lower leg, and he's expected to make a full recovery in approximately four mon...

Impact As expected, Eason will miss the remainder of the regular season after undergoing surgery, but he should be back to full strength this summer and be available for training camp in the fall. The 2022 No. 17 overall pick finishes his second season in the NBA with averages of 9.8 points (46/36/64 shooting splits), 7.0 rebounds, 1.2 assists, 1.4 steals and 0.9 blocks in 21.8 minutes per game, which are nearly identical to his numbers as a rookie. Eason is a promising young player, but the Rockets also have Alperen Sengun, Jabari Smith, Amen Thompson and Cam Whitmore as ascending frontcourt options, limiting Eason's fantasy value in 2024-25.

MARCH 5 • ROTOWIRE

Rockets F Tari Eason (leg) to undergo season-ending surgery Houston Rockets forward Tari Eason will undergo season-ending surgery on his left leg on Monday.Rockets coach Ime Udoka said Eason developed...

MARCH 4 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Out for season Rockets coach Ime Udoka announced Saturday that Eason will undergo season-ending surgery on his left leg, according to Houston sideline reporterVanessa Richardson.

Impact Eason had a benign growth on his lower leg bone that flared up after a contact injury. Eason has a timetable of four months, so while he's out for the remainder of the season, he should be ready in advance of the 2024-25 season. He'll finish the campaign with averages of 9.8 points, 7.0 rebounds, 1.2 assists and 1.4 steals.

MARCH 3 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Sunday Eason (lower leg) is out for Sunday's game against the Thunder.

Impact Eason hasn't played since Jan. 1 due to the left lower leg injury affecting him and will likely be eased back into action with a light role whenever he's formally cleared to suit up. His next chance to play will come in a rematch against Oklahoma City on Feb. 27.

FEBRUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Not yet cleared to play Head coach Ime Udoka said that Eason (lower leg) is set to be evaluated Wednesday, but the Rockets haven't yet provided a target date for his return to game action, Danielle Lerner...

Impact The Rockets are likely to provide a follow-up on Eason's status once the evaluation is completed, but since he didn't resume practicing with the team Wednesday, the second-year forward looks safe to rule out for back-to-back games Thursday and Friday versus the Pelicans and Suns, respectively, to open the post-break schedule. Eason hasn't played since Jan. 1 due to the left lower leg injury and will likely be eased back into action with a light role whenever he's formally cleared to suit up.

FEBRUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Out through All-Star break Eason (lower leg) will be re-evaluated after the All-Star break, Ben DuBose of USA Today reports.

Impact DeBose notes that Eason is still experiencing "lingering pain", so the team will hold off on evaluating him further until after the break. The LSU product hasn't seen action since Jan. 1 due to a left lower leg injury.

FEBRUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Remains sidelined Eason (lower leg) is out for Monday's game against the Knicks.

Impact Eason will miss a 22nd straight game due to a lower leg injury. His next opportunity to suit up will come Wednesday against the Grizzlies.

FEBRUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Out Saturday Eason (lower leg) will not play in Saturday's tilt versus the Hawks, Ben DuBose of USA Today reports.

Impact Eason's absence will mark his 21st straight game due to a lower leg injury. Monday's matchup with the Knicks will be his next opportunity to return.

FEBRUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Still sidelined Eason (lower leg) won't play in Friday's game versus the Raptors.

Impact Eason's absence streak will extend to 20 games Friday due to a lower leg injury. His next chance to suit up is Saturday's matchup with Atlanta.

FEBRUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Tuesday Eason (lower leg) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against Indiana.

Impact Tuesday will mark Eason's 19th game missed due to injury, but his recent participation in basketball activities is an encouraging sign he may return soon. Jae'Sean Tate and Jeff Green will continue to see extended playing time until Eason returns.

FEBRUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Could return next week Coach Ime Udoka said Thursday that Eason (lower leg) has started to ramp up his activity level and could rejoin the Rockets next week, Adam Spolane of Sports Radio 610 Houston repo...

Impact Eason has started playing 1-on-1 and 2-on-2 during practices and appears to be trending toward a return to game action. He'll likely remain sidelined Friday against Toronto and Sunday against the Timberwolves but could be in the mix to return as early as Tuesday against Indiana. Once he's cleared to return, it wouldn't be surprising to see Eason face a minutes restriction during his first few games back.

FEBRUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Tari Eason (leg injury) advances in practice drills, could rejoin Rockets next week Tari Eason is now participating in 1-on-1 and 2-on-2 practice drills for the Rockets, and he could return to game action next week, per Ime...

FEBRUARY 1 • USATODAY.COM

Absence to continue Wednesday Eason (leg) is out for Wednesday's game against New Orleans.

Impact Eason could ramp up his activity at practice this week, but he will remain sidelined Wednesday and has not taken the court since Jan. 1. Cam Whitmore has thrived with increased usage, averaging 16.2 points and 6.5 rebounds in 22.5 minutes across his last six games.

JANUARY 30 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Monday Eason (lower leg) is listed as out for Monday's game against the Lakers.

Impact Eason will be sidelined Monday for a 15th straight game due to left lower leg injury management, but his return could be forthcoming. According to Ben DuBose of USA Today, Rockets head coach Ime Udoka said Wednesday that Eason is scheduled to advance to contact practices this week. If Eason is able to practice Tuesday without any restrictions, he could be available to play as soon as Wednesday versus the Pelicans.

JANUARY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Still out Eason (lower leg) won't play in Saturday's game versus the Nets.

Impact Eason will miss his 14th straight game Saturday due to a lower leg injury. His next chance to play is Monday's matchup with the Lakers.

JANUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Friday Eason (lower leg) is out for Friday's game versus the Hornets.

Impact Eason's absence streak will extend to 13 games Friday due to left lower leg injury management. Eason's next chance to suit up is Saturday's matchup with Brooklyn.

JANUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Remains sidelined Wednesday Eason (lower leg) is out for Wednesday's game versus the Trail Blazers.

Impact Despite logging a partial practice Tuesday, Eason will miss his 12th consecutive game against Portland due to left lower leg injury management. Eason's next chance to suit up is Friday's matchup with Charlotte.

JANUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Puts in partial practice Rockets head coach Ime Udoka said Eason (lower leg) was a partial participant in Tuesday's practice, Adam Spolane of Sports Radio 610 Houston reports.

Impact While Eason still seems likely to miss a 12th straight game Wednesday versus the Trail Blazers due to left lower leg injury management, the second-year forward's ability to practice in some fashion offers hope that he's closing in on a return to game action. Even if Eason remains out Wednesday, he'll have a good chance at suiting up Friday in Charlotte if he's able to put in a full practice Thursday. Eason's eventual return will likely leave fewer minutes available at forward for Cam Whitmore and Jae'Sean Tate.

JANUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Out Sunday as well Eason (lower leg) won't play Sunday against the Celtics, Danielle Lerner of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Impact Head coach Ime Udoka ruled Eason out from the back-to-back set entirely, and he continues to recover from a nagging lower leg injury. Eason hasn't stepped on the court since Jan. 1, and his next chance to play after this back-to-back set will come against the Trail Blazers on Wednesday.

JANUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Saturday Coach Ime Udoka said Friday that Eason (lower leg) won't play Saturday against the Jazz, Danielle Lerner of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Impact Eason will miss a 10th straight game Saturday and can be considered doubtful for Sunday's matchup against the Celtics, barring a change. On Jan. 10, Udoka said Eason would miss a week or two, so the Rockets should release another formal update following their upcoming back-to-back set.

JANUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Considered week-to-week Coach Ime Udoka said Wednesday that the Rockets are going to give Eason (lower leg) "a week or so, two weeks or so" to recover from his injury before returning to action, Adam Spol...

Impact Eason has already been ruled out from Wednesday's contest, marking his fifth straight absence. However, it appears that the 22-year-old forward will miss at least another week of action, although no definitive timetable was given. Cam Whitmore, Amen Thompson and Jae'Sean Tate should continue to receive increased minutes in his absence.

JANUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Still out Wednesday Eason (lower leg) won't play in Wednesday's game versus the Bulls.

Impact Eason's absence streak will extend to five games Wednesday due to lower leg soreness. His next chance to suit up is Friday's matchup with Detroit.

JANUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Monday Eason (lower leg) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Heat.

Impact Eason will be unavailable for a fourth consecutive game due to lower leg soreness. His next opportunity to return will be Wednesday against the Bulls, but it's unclear whether he'll be able to suit up in that matchup.

JANUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Monday Eason (lower leg) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Heat.

Impact Eason will be unavailable for a fourth consecutive game due to lower leg soreness. His next opportunity to return will be Wednesday against the Bulls, but it's unclear whether he'll be able to suit up in that matchup.

JANUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE