Efficient from outside in win
Brooks' production has been inconsistent to start the 2024-25 campaign, though his performance from beyond the arc was impressive Monday. The 28-year-old followed a three-game span in which he shot 23.5 percent from deep by going 3-for-5 against the Knicks. Brooks' defensive numbers have been down this season, on top of shooting only 37.5 percent from the field, though he is averaging 33.4 minutes per game and has four outings in double figures.
Nov 5, 12:13
Nears double-double in win
Thompson led the bench in scoring Monday after posting a double-double in Saturday's loss to the Warriors. The 21-year-old has received significant minutes off the bench, and he has scored in double figures in three straight appearances. Thompson is expected to remain the Rockets' top option off the bench, though he could make a case to enter the starting lineup, especially if injury concerns arise for the club.
Nov 5, 12:08
Bounces back in win
VanVleet ended as the club's second-leading scorer behind Alperen Sengun (25) in the win. After a three-game span in which the 30-year-old shot 20.5 percent from the field, he produced a bounce-back outing with an efficient game. VanVleet's offensive production has been limited thus far, and he has averaged 13.3 points, 5.6 assists, 3.1 rebounds and 1.6 steals across 37.6 minutes per game in seven regular-season outings. However, he remains a crucial part of the Rockets' frontcourt and has also racked up two-plus steals in four outings.
Nov 5, 12:03
Another double-double in win
Sengun posted a team-high 25 points and 14 rebounds while dominating on both ends of the floor. The big man has tallied four consecutive double-doubles, and he has amassed six across seven regular-season outings. The 22-year-old also racked up a season-high four blocks, and he continues to stuff the stat sheet, though his efficiency is a bit concerning as he has shot only 43.9 percent from the field.
Nov 5, 11:56
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Will play vs. Knicks
Adams is still in the final stages of his recovery from right knee surgery as he sat out of Saturday's game against the Warriors. He appeared in the two games prior, during which he averaged 12.0 minutes per contest. Adams should see the same amount of minutes Monday and will be limited to five-minute stints, per Bondy, as he operates behind Alperen Sengun at center.
Nov 4, 19:08