The Houston Rockets entered their matchup with the Toronto Raptors short three starters and their head coach. It being preseason, this gave several other Rockets a chance to prove why they deserve to be part of the rotation.
Houston was without Jabari Smith, Alperen Sengun and Eric Gordon. Also, Coach Stephen Silas was still out due to NBA Health and Safety Protocols. This meant the Rockets would have three new starters, and John Lucas would serve as the head coach. KJ Martin Jr, Ja'Sean Tate, and Bruno Fernando got the start.
Tate missed the previous game vs.