Estadísticas de jugadores y previa: Houston Rockets contra LA Clippers (23 nov 2026)

Injury/Illness - Left Rotator Cuff Surgery (2026-11-15, CHA@LAC). Prior reporting (2026-08-26): Miller underwent surgery Wednesday to repair a torn left rotator cuff and will be re-evaluated in six months, per Law Murray of The Athletic. It's a tough break for Miller, who had an opportunity to battle for a reserve role during training camp in the fall. The timeline for a return is likely to keep him on the shelf until after the All-Star break. Miller's extended stay on the sidelines gives Kobe Sanders a chance to crack the Clippers' rotation.

Injury/Illness - Right Heel Surgery (2026-11-15, CHA@LAC). Prior reporting (2026-11-12): Ingram (Achilles) won't play in Friday's game against the Thunder, per Law Murray of The Athletic. Ingram is ramping up his activity as he nears his season debut for the Clippers, but he's not yet cleared for game action amid his Achilles rehab. Until the star forward is ready to suit up, Kris Dunn, Rui Hachimura and Derrick Jones should all hang onto starting roles.

Injury/Illness - Right Knee Injury Management (2026-11-15, CHA@LAC). Prior reporting (2026-10-15): Beal (knee) will not be ready for the start of the regular season, NBA writer Justin Russo reports. Beal is dealing with knee inflammation that will keep him sidelined for Opening Night. While it's unclear how long the Clippers will be without the veteran guard, Darius Garland, Keaton Wagler and Kris Dunn should dominate the backcourt minutes in his absence. Beal's 2025-26 campaign was cut short by a hip injury after he averaged 8.2 points and 1.7 assists in 20.6 minutes across just six regular-season appearances.

Injury/Illness - Right Lisfranc Surgery (2026-11-15, CHA@LAC). Prior reporting (2026-11-10): Niederhauser (foot) is out for Tuesday's game against Phoenix, Ohm Youngmisuk of ESPN.com reports. Niederhauser has yet to make an appearance this season for the Clippers while rehabbing from foot surgery. It's unclear at this time when he'll be available to take the court, and he can be considered week-to-week until further notice.

Injury/Illness - Right Knee Injury Management (2026-11-15, HOU@WAS). Prior reporting (2026-11-14): VanVleet (right knee injury management) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Wizards. VanVleet will sit out the front end of this back-to-back set, with his next opportunity to play coming Monday at Miami. With the veteran floor general sidelined, Reed Sheppard, Bogdan Bogdanovic and Bruce Thornton are candidates for increased playing time, while Amen Thompson figures to see increased on-ball duties.

League Suspension (2026-11-15, HOU@WAS). Prior reporting (2026-11-12): Smart has been suspended three games for throwing a punch during Wednesday's matchup against Golden State, Shams Charania of ESPN reports. Smart, who was ejected from Wednesday's game for punching Charles Bassey, will begin serving his suspension Friday night against the Jazz, meaning he'll be eligible to return Wednesday versus Indiana. Bruce Thornton and Reed Sheppard should be in line for more minutes while Smart serves his three-game ban.

Injury/Illness - Right Soleus Strain (2026-11-15, HOU@WAS). Prior reporting (2026-11-14): Adams (calf) has been upgraded to probable for Sunday's game against the Wizards. Head coach Ime Udoka said Monday that Adams could be ready to play by Sunday, and that seems even more likely now that the veteran center carries a probable tag. Adams hasn't played since Oct. 23, so the Rockets may look to ease him back into things.

Injury/Illness - Right Ankle Sprain (2026-11-15, HOU@WAS). Prior reporting (2026-11-14): Capela (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's game at Washington. Capela is trending toward a return to action, though he'll remain sidelined Sunday due to a right ankle sprain. His next chance to suit up will come Monday at Miami.

G League - Two-Way (2026-11-15, HOU@WAS).

G League - Two-Way (2026-11-15, HOU@WAS).