The Houston Rockets are preparing for preseason game number two on Friday. After a dominant performance this past Sunday vs. the San Antonio Spurs, the Rockets will have a new starting lineup vs. the Toronto Raptors tomorrow night.
The Rockets reported today that Jabari Smith would be out with a left ankle sprain and Eric Gordon will sit out for rest.
Jabari Smith Jr. (left ankle sprain) and Eric Gordon. (rest) are out for the Rockets vs. Raptors tomorrow.
— Jonathan Feigen (@Jonathan_Feigen) October 6, 2022
Smith hurt his ankle at the end of practice on Wednesday, and John Lucas said, "Well, wait and see how the ankle reacts," in response to a possible return for Monday's game.