Dillon Brooks logged 20 points (6-of-10 FGs, 6-of-6 FTs), seven rebounds, two assists, four steals and two three-pointers in Tuesday’s loss to the Trail Blazers.

Brooks had a positive impact in his 37 minutes on Tuesday before fouling out late in the fourth quarter. While on the floor, he was a pest defensively, as shown in his four steals, but also repeatedly made momentum-building shots while the Suns led. Despite taking only 10 shots on the evening, the veteran forward finished as one of three Suns players to tally at least 20 points. Phoenix will hope Brooks can be productive again on Friday against the winner of Wednesday’s Warriors-Clippers matchup.

Jalen Green amassed 35 points (14-of-29 FGs, 5-of-6 FTs), five rebounds, two assists, one block and two three-pointers in the loss to the Trail Blazers on Tuesday.

Green was Phoenix’s best scorer on a night that he logged a team-high 39 minutes. He was cold from the three-point line but made up for his inefficiency from beyond the arc by dazzling in the paint and finding production in the midrange. Green, however, did commit five turnovers in the process. Still, his positives outweighed the negatives on this night, and he’ll have another opportunity to help Phoenix get into the playoffs on Friday when it faces the winner of Wednesday’s Clippers-Warriors game.

Devin Booker totaled 22 points (7-of-17 FGs, 8-of-13 FTs), one rebound, four assists and one steal in Tuesday’s loss to the Trail Blazers.

Booker had an off night on Tuesday, as he saw his streak of 30-point performances end at three games. He struggled overall from the field, missed the mark on both of his three-point attempts, and missed five free throws along the way. The veteran scorer played 38 minutes, despite dealing with foul trouble, but failed to make his usual impact. Still, he’ll have an opportunity to bounce back on Friday when the Suns take on the winner of Wednesday’s Clippers-Warriors matchup.

Devin Booker, Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks, Jordan Goodwin and Mark Williams will start vs. the Trail Blazers on Tuesday.

Booker is back after missing the final two regular-season games. His return gives Phoenix its leader and clear-cut No. 1 scoring option. The Suns have played well this season and could earn a playoff spot with a win over the Trail Blazers on Tuesday, whom they had a 2-1 record against during the regular season.

Grayson Allen (hamstring) won’t play in Tuesday’s game against the Trail Blazers.

Tuesday’s absence marks Allen’s second straight missed game due to a hamstring injury. Without him, the Suns won’t have the services of one of their best and most reliable three-point shooters. His scoring and floor spacing off the bench will be missed, but Royce O’Neale could provide similar production in that specific role.

Grayson Allen (hamstring) is questionable for Tuesday’s game against the Trail Blazers.

Allen suffered a left hamstring injury during Friday’s loss to the Lakers and hasn’t played since. The 30-year-old small forward was replaced in the lineup by Royce O’Neale, which could be the case again if Allen is ruled out on Tuesday.

Koby Brea lit up the Thunder with 20 points (7-of-11 FGs), five rebounds, three assists and six three-pointers on Sunday.

The summer league star hasn’t played much during his rookie season, but with the Suns locked in as the seventh seed, he played 29 minutes off the bench, which led to the best offensive performance of his career. Brea showed a ton of scoring potential this summer, which is why Phoenix added him with the 41st pick. He likely won’t see the floor during the postseason, but this was an encouraging performance for him.

Khaman Maluach provided a boost off the bench with 18 points (8-of-15 FGs), 14 rebounds, one steal, two blocks and two three-pointers on Sunday against the Thunder.

Maluach hasn’t seen the floor much during his rookie season, but over their last three games, he has played a significant role in two of them. He grabbed 14 rebounds in each, and he averaged 2.5 blocks during them, but he was much better offensively in this one. He set a new career high for scoring and knocked down multiple triples. Maluach won’t turn 20 until September and still has loads of upside. He isn’t ready to contribute for the Suns right now, but he is worth stashing in dynasty formats.

Jamaree Bouyea led the Suns with 27 points (12-of-23 FGs), five rebounds, nine assists, one steal, two blocks and three three-pointers in a 135-103 win over the Thunder on Sunday.

Bouyea got the starting nod in Game 82 with Phoenix having already clinched the seventh seed in the West. He took advantage of the opportunity and stuffed the stat sheet in a big way to lead the Suns to victory. Bouyea has had some productive outings this season, but he hasn’t seen more than a few minutes per game when this team is healthy. Don’t expect to see Bouyea on the floor much during the postseason.

Ryan Dunn recorded a double-double on Sunday with 20 points (8-of-11 FGs), 11 rebounds, five assists, one block and two three-pointers against the Thunder.

Dunn got his second straight start with the Suns locked into the seventh seed in the West. He was held to just one point in Friday’s loss to the Lakers, but he was much better in this game against the OKC backups. Dunn has been a solid rotation piece through the year, but he was mothballed in April. Dunn won’t produce to this level often, but it was a good reminder that he can still contribute for fantasy managers when he gets the chance.

Tari Eason had 20 points (8-of-17 FGs, 3-of-3 FTs), eight rebounds, three assists and one three-pointer in Sunday’s win over the Grizzlies.

Eason and Clint Capela moved into the starting lineup with Kevin Durant and Alperen Sengun resting on the last day of the regular season. Both reserves had outstanding games. Eason is known for scoring points in bunches off the bench, which should be valuable for the Rockets in the playoffs.

Clint Capela had 23 points (9-of-11 FGs, 4-of-7 FTs), 13 rebounds, one assist, one steal, three blocks and one three-pointer in the Rockets’ 132-101 victory over the Grizzlies on Sunday.

Capela started, played 23 minutes and had a double-double in the win over the Grizzlies on Sunday. There’s not much more you could want out of the 31-year-old big man on the last day of the regular season. Capela will go back to his reserve role in the Rockets’ first round playoff series.

Jordan Goodwin (ankle) is out for Sunday’s game against the Thunder.

Goodwin joins the long list of Suns rotation players who won’t be available for Sunday’s regular-season finale. Rasheer Fleming and Amir Coffey are two players whose minutes should increase due to the absences.

Haywood Highsmith (knee) is available for Sunday’s game against the Thunder.

Highsmith hasn’t played since March 17 as he continues to manage a knee injury. The 29-year-old forward is available for the last game of the regular season and may see some minutes as the Suns rest other players ahead of the Play-In Tournament.

Mark Williams (foot) has been ruled out against the Thunder on Sunday.

Williams will be sidelined for the season finale, which means Khaman Maluach may make a return to the starting unit. He had 14 rebounds and three blocks in 30 minutes as a starter on Wednesday.

Jalen Green (knee) is out for Sunday’s game against the Thunder.

Green started the year battling injuries and somewhat fittingly will miss the last two games of the regular season with a sore right knee. Rasheer Fleming, Amir Coffey and Khaman Maluach could play significant minutes with the Suns missing multiple starters on Sunday.

Collin Gillespie (shoulder) is out for Sunday’s game against the Thunder.

Gillespie will sit out the Suns’ final regular-season game, as the outcome will not affect the team’s playoff seeding. Jamaree Bouyea is likely to play significant minutes with Devin Booker and Jalen Green also out.

Devin Booker (ankle), Dillon Brooks (hand), Grayson Allen (hamstring) and Royce O’Neale (knee) are out for Sunday’s game against the Thunder.

While Booker, Brooks and O’Neale are sitting for injury-management reasons, Allen is out with a left hamstring injury he sustained during Friday’s loss to the Lakers. As for Saturday evening, the Suns were still listing the issue as a sore hamstring, but that’s something to keep an eye on ahead of Tuesday’s play-in game. Rasheer Fleming, Amir Coffey and Koby Brea are three wings who are in line to play rotation minutes on Sunday.

Collin Gillespie (shoulder) and Haywood Highsmith (knee) are questionable for Sunday’s game against the Thunder.

While Gillespie and Highsmith are questionable, their situations differ greatly. Gillespie has been a consistent presence in the Suns’ rotation, most recently starting Friday’s loss to the Lakers. If he can’t play, Jamaree Bouyea could move into the starting lineup. As for Highsmith, he has been out since March 17. The Suns may want to get him on the floor for a bit on Sunday, their last opportunity to play a game ahead of Tuesday’s Play-In Tournament matchup with the Trail Blazers or Clippers.

Jalen Green (knee), Jordan Goodwin (ankle) and Mark Williams (foot) are questionable for Sunday’s game against the Thunder.

While Green and Goodwin sat out Friday’s loss to the Lakers, Williams started and played 20 minutes. With the Suns having already secured the No. 7 seed, whichever regulars are available may not play much against the Thunder. This could be a game in which players like Rasheer Fleming, Amir Coffey and Khaman Maluach play significant minutes.

Amen Thompson (rest) and Jabari Smith Jr. (rest) are out for Sunday’s game against the Grizzlies.

The Rockets don’t have playoff seeding to play for, as Friday’s loss to the Timberwolves locked them into the No. 5 seed in the West. Thompson and Smith will get Sunday night off, which should mean more playing time for Aaron Holiday and Jae’Sean Tate.

Kevin Durant (rest) and Alperen Şengün (rest) are out for Sunday’s game against the Grizzlies.

With Friday’s loss to the Timberwolves, the Rockets are locked into the No. 5 seed in the Western Conference. Since there isn’t anything on the line on Sunday, Reed Sheppard is the lone starter who will play. Tari Eason and Clint Capela should benefit from Durant and Şengün sitting.

Oso Ighodaro posted eight points (3-of-4 FGs, 2-of-4 FTs, 10 rebounds and two assists in Friday’s loss to the Lakers.

Ighodaro has reached double figures in rebounds twice in his last six appearances. The second-year center played 21 minutes off the bench on Friday, finishing two points shy of a double-double. With the Suns knowing their seeding for the Play-In Tournament, Sunday’s game against the Thunder may be one where young reserves like Ighodaro play more minutes than usual.

Royce O’Neale tallied 11 points (4-of-10 FGs, 1-of-2 FTs), seven rebounds, three assists, three steals and two three-pointers in Friday’s loss to the Lakers.

O’Neale came off the bench on Friday, and his role may have become more important due to Grayson Allen’s hamstring injury. Allen, who went down during the second quarter, is expected to undergo imaging on Saturday to determine the severity of the injury. If he has to miss time, O’Neale’s role takes on added importance because of what he can bring to the table as a three-point shooter and defender.

Dillon Brooks finished Friday’s loss to the Lakers with 12 points (5-of-14 FGs, 2-of-4 FTs), two rebounds, one assist and one steal.

The only Suns starter to play more than 21 minutes on Friday was Ryan Dunn (one point, two rebounds, one assist and one steal), who logged 28. Brooks played 21 minutes, checking out for good during the third quarter. With the Suns locked into their seed for the postseason and Grayson Allen (hamstring) going down during the second quarter of Friday’s game, it would be unsurprising if the team rested Brooks and its other key players ahead of Tuesday’s Play-In game against the Trail Blazers or the Clippers.

Alperen Şengün amassed 22 points (10-of-13 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), six rebounds, eight assists and one blocked shot in Friday’s loss to the Timberwolves.

After totaling 20 points on 9-of-29 shooting from the field in his prior two games, Şengün had a good night scoring-wise against the Timberwolves. The Rockets’ center goes into Sunday’s regular-season finale having scored 20 points or more in three of his last six appearances. Şengün’s final stat line was solid, and it’s possible that he’ll be done until the playoffs. The Rockets will be the No. 5 seed regardless of the outcome of their game against the Grizzlies, so that could be a spot for Şengün to rest.

Kevin Durant recorded 33 points (13-of-18 FGs, 7-of-9 FTs), seven rebounds, seven assists, one steal and two blocks in Friday’s loss to the Timberwolves.

Durant has scored 30 points or more in 29 games this season, including Friday. However, the Rockets’ forward did his damage inside the three-point line, as he missed his lone three-point attempts. Minnesota struggled to come up with an answer for Durant in the mid-range and around the basket, as he shot 13-of-17 from two. The rebounds and assists were also good for fantasy managers in active leagues. Friday’s defeat and the Lakers’ win over the Suns locked Houston into the No. 5 seed in the West, making it possible that Durant won’t play on Sunday against the Grizzlies.

Amen Thompson finished Friday’s loss to the Timberwolves with 41 points (17-of-22 FGs, 7-of-7 FTs), nine rebounds, seven assists, one steal and one blocked shot.

Thompson came out hot on Friday, as his 24 first-half points were the most in a half for him in his NBA career. The Rockets’ athletic wing finished with his first 40-point game while also recording nine rebounds and seven assists. Thompson’s offensive ceiling would be raised considerably if he could develop a consistent perimeter shot, but many teams struggle to keep Amen away from the basket as it is.

Grayson Allen (hamstring) will not return to Friday’s game against the Lakers.

Allen exited Friday’s game during the second quarter after injuring his left hamstring. He played 13 minutes, finishing with eight points, four rebounds, one assist, one steal and one three-pointer. Royce O’Neale moved into the lineup to begin the third quarter.

Grayson Allen (hamstring) headed back to the locker room during the second quarter of Friday’s game against the Lakers.

Allen appeared to tweak something in his left hamstring during the second quarter of Friday’s game and headed back to the locker room immediately after exiting. Amir Coffey has entered the rotation, but he remains behind Royce O’Neale and Rasheer Fleming in the pecking order if Allen can’t return.

Collin Gillespie, Grayson Allen, Ryan Dunn, Dillon Brooks and Mark Williams will start Friday’s game against the Lakers.

The Suns are without Jordan Goodwin, Devin Booker and Jalen Green, freeing up three spots in the starting lineup. Gillespie, Allen and Dunn will start, with the first two offering a higher offensive ceiling for fantasy managers in active leagues.

Jalen Green (knee) is out for Friday’s game against the Lakers.

Green’s sore right knee, which ended his time on the floor in the first quarter of Wednesday’s win over the Mavericks, will keep him out on Friday. Phoenix is locked into the No. 7 seed in the West, so ensuring that he’s at full strength for Tuesday’s Play-In Tournament game is the priority. Grayson Allen and Collin Gillespie will take on bigger roles within the Suns’ offense.

Tari Eason (illness) is questionable for Friday’s tilt with the Timberwolves.

Eason played through the illness on Thursday against the 76ers, but he could be held out for the second leg of Houston’s back-to-back set. If Eason is ultimately sidelined, Josh Okogie and Jae’Sean Tate could earn some additional run.

Amen Thompson finished Thursday’s win over the 76ers with 19 points (7-of-14 FGs, 5-of-8 FTs), five rebounds, four assists and three steals.

Thompson logged 42 minutes on Thursday and impacted the game in several areas. He left some meat on the bone as a scorer due to his poor free-throw shooting and inefficiency from beyond the arc, but still finished just under 20 for the game. Thompson didn’t dominate the glass or dial up a ton of assists, but he made contributions in each area, while his three steals helped the Rockets to an eight-game win streak. They’ll face the Timberwolves on Friday.

Jabari Smith Jr. totaled 19 points (7-of-15 FGs, 4-of-6 FTs), five rebounds, one block and one three-pointer in the win over the 76ers on Thursday.

Smith couldn’t find his rhythm from beyond the arc but still managed to hover around the 20-point mark on Thursday. His scoring came from the charity stripe and mostly inside the paint. The fourth-year forward has played his role well this year and continues to put up some of his best numbers alongside Kevin Durant as a full-time starter. With two games left on the schedule, the Rockets have a chance to extend their eight-game winning streak while trying to land homecourt advantage in the first round of the playoffs.

Kevin Durant added 29 points (10-of-18 FGs, 6-of-8 FTs), seven rebounds, five assists and three three-pointers in the win over the 76ers on Thursday.

Durant had another efficient outing on Thursday. He shot the ball well from both inside and outside the arc, and consistently made his way to the free-throw line to add to his total. The veteran wing also established himself as a passer in this game, which is reflected in the team-high assists that he generated against the Sixers. Durant and the Rockets are playing some of their best ball of the season down the stretch. They’ve won eight straight games with two remaining on their schedule.

Haywood Highsmith (knee) is out for Friday’s game against the Lakers.

Highsmith’s continued absence does not affect active fantasy leagues, as his minutes have been limited when healthy. Friday and Sunday may be games where Ryan Dunn and Rasheer Fleming get more minutes, as the Suns are locked into the No. 7 seed in the West.

Jalen Green (knee) is questionable for Friday’s game against the Lakers.

Green exited Wednesday’s win over the Mavericks during the first quarter due to a sore right knee. The Suns will be the No. 7 seed in the West regardless of what happens in their final two regular-season games, so this may be an opportunity to get Green additional rest at the end of an injury-riddled campaign.

Jordan Goodwin (ankle) is out for Friday’s game against the Lakers.

Goodwin sprained his left ankle during Wednesday’s win over the Mavericks and did not return. With the Suns knowing their seed for next week’s Play-In Tournament, the priority for the final two regular-season games will be to ensure that everyone is healthy for Tuesday’s 7/8 game in Phoenix. Goodwin’s absence on Friday will likely push Collin Gillespie back into the starting lineup.

Grayson Allen (knee) is not on the injury report for Friday’s game against the Lakers.

Allen is back after missing Wednesday’s win over the Mavericks, and he could move into the starting lineup. Devin Booker (ankle) is out, and Jalen Green (knee) is questionable, so the Suns will need scoring from Allen, whether he starts or comes off the bench.

Devin Booker (ankle) is out for Friday’s game against the Suns.

The Suns are locked into the No. 7 seed in the Western Conference, so it makes sense that they would give Booker a night off. Grayson Allen is not on the injury report and will have added value for those in active fantasy leagues.

Amen Thompson, Kevin Durant, Josh Okogie, Jabari Smith Jr. and Alperen Şengün will start Thursday’s game against the 76ers.

The need to account for Philadelphia’s perimeter trio of Tyrese Maxey, VJ Edgecombe and Paul George likely factored into Rockets’ head coach Ime Udoka’s decision to change Houston’s lineup, especially after the 76ers lost Joel Embiid (appendectomy). Okogie gives the first five another versatile defender, pushing Reed Sheppard to the bench.

Tari Eason (illness) is available for Thursday’s game against the 76ers.

Added to the Rockets’ injury report early Thursday afternoon, Eason is officially available to play. He’ll take on his usual role off the bench, which means that Josh Okogie and Jae’Sean Tate’s minutes are unlikely to increase.

Tari Eason (illness) is questionable for Thursday’s game against the 76ers.

Eason was not on the initial injury report released by the Rockets. If he’s unable to play, fellow reserves Josh Okogie and Jae’Sean Tate could see their playing time increase. They logged a combined 19 minutes in Tuesday’s win over the Suns, with Okogie playing 12.

Alperen Şengün finished Tuesday’s win over the Suns with 12 points (5-of-15 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), 14 rebounds and six assists.

Şengün locking in during the fourth quarter helped the Rockets pull away in Phoenix. The Suns could not find an answer for the Rockets’ center, who was especially impactful in making plays for his teammates. In the fourth quarter, Şengün recorded three assists and committed just one turnover. While Amen Thompson led the way with eight assists, Şengün recorded six and was able to get the turnovers in check after being a bit loose with the basketball early on.

Amen Thompson accounted for 22 points (10-of-16 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), 11 rebounds, eight assists, three steals and one blocked shot in Tuesday’s win over the Suns.

Thompson was outstanding on Tuesday, finishing two assists shy of a triple-double. The Suns struggled to come up with an answer for the athletic wing, even though he isn’t much of a threat on the perimeter. In addition to his work on the offensive end, Thompson put up four defensive contributions, including three steals. With the Rockets still able to finish as high as third in the Western Conference, Thompson should continue to play starters’ minutes for the team’s final three games of the regular season.

Jabari Smith Jr. tallied 20 points (6-of-18 FGs, 3-of-3 FTs), six rebounds, one assist, one block and five three-pointers in Tuesday’s win over the Suns.

For the second consecutive game, Smith scored at least 20 points and made five three-pointers. His percentage wasn’t good on Tuesday, with a 1-of-5 night inside the arc being more problematic than Smith shooting 5-of-13 from three. Add in the rebounds, and this was a solid showing from Smith, even with the low field-goal percentage. The Rockets have three games left in their regular-season schedule, starting with the 76ers on Thursday.

Kevin Durant amassed 24 points (8-of-20 FGs, 3-of-3 FTs), four rebounds, three assists and five three-pointers in Tuesday’s win over the Suns.

Playing in Phoenix for the first time since being traded during the offseason, Durant started slowly on Tuesday. He missed five of his first six shot attempts, and the Rockets were on the wrong end of a 21-0 run during the first quarter. Durant and the Rockets would eventually find their footing, with the veteran forward leading seven double-digit scorers with 24 points. The victory pulled Houston into a tie for fourth in the West, but the Lakers do hold the tiebreaker. And third remains within reach, as the Rockets trail the Nuggets by one game with three to go.

According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, JD Davison has signed a two-year deal with the Rockets.

Davison’s deal will be converted from a two-way to a standard contract, and he’ll fill out Houston’s final roster spot ahead of the 2025-26 playoffs.

Amen Thompson accounted for 18 points (8-of-11 FGs, 2-of-4 FTs), three rebounds, seven assists and one steal in Sunday’s win over the Warriors.

Spending a good portion of his night chasing around Stephen Curry did not prohibit Thompson from recording a solid stat line. While he was only responsible for one steal, the Rockets’ wing shot the ball well from the field and finished second on the team in assists behind Kevin Durant. While Thompson did not reach his ADP (22), he provided fourth-round value in eight- and nine-cat formats, so he was far from a disappointment in fantasy basketball.

Alperen Şengün tallied 24 points (10-of-19 FGs, 3-of-3 FTs), six rebounds, seven assists, two blocks and one three-pointer in Sunday’s win over the Warriors.

Şengün’s layup with just under 12 seconds remaining gave Houston the 117-116 victory, extending their win streak to six games. The Rockets’ center finished with a final stat line that lacked only a steal, a positive end to championship week in Yahoo! default leagues. For those competing in leagues that will be active in Week 24, the Rockets still have plenty to play for in a four-game week. As a result, Şengün’s availability should not be a concern.

Jabari Smith Jr. amassed 23 points (9-of-12 FGs), nine rebounds, one assist and five three-pointers in Sunday’s win over the Warriors.

Smith shot 5-of-7 from beyond the arc on Sunday, making it seven straight games in which he’s made at least two three-pointers. The five triples were the most in a game for him since February 23 against the Jazz. Also, the 23 points were the most that Smith has scored in a game since March 20, when he hit that number in a win over the Hawks. Smith did not record any defensive stats, but the nine rebounds helped fantasy managers.

Kevin Durant finished Sunday’s win over the Warriors with 31 points (10-of-17 FGs, 8-of-9 FTs), eight rebounds, eight assists, three blocks and three three-pointers.

While he finished with 31 points, Durant’s biggest play on Sunday was an assist. His pass to Alperen Şengün led to the game-winning layup with 11.6 seconds remaining. The Rockets have won their last six games, and KD has averaged eight helpers per game during the run. In Sunday’s victory, Durant also provided solid value in rebounds and blocked shots, which fantasy managers were undoubtedly pleased with. For managers whose leagues run through Week 24, the Rockets play four games, starting with the Suns on Tuesday.

Tari Eason finished Friday’s win over the Jazz with 16 points (7-of-10 FGs), seven rebounds and two three-pointers.

Eason continues to find a bit of a rhythm ahead of the NBA playoffs and at the tail end of the fantasy playoffs. He made multiple three-pointers for the third time in the last four games and has now scored at least 15 points in four of his last five appearances. Eason’s new reserve role could be of high importance for the Rockets as the postseason nears. At his best, he can impact the game as a defender and multi-level scorer.

Thompson was one of the Rockets’ most productive players on the night. Despite a 34-point victory, he still logged 32 minutes and displayed his usual versatility on both ends of the floor. Efficient shooting inside the arc allowed him to conclude as one of two Houston players with at least 20 points. Meanwhile, his work on the defensive glass was a major factor in his team-high rebounds. As the fantasy season is nearing its conclusion, Thompson will have taken another step forward in Year 3. His potential remains high.

Kevin Durant amassed 25 points (8-of-12 FGs, 7-of-8 FTs), five rebounds, six assists, two blocks and two three-pointers in the win over the Jazz on Friday.

Durant had another efficient outing on Friday, needing only 12 shot attempts to score over 25 points and lead the Rockets in points. In addition to scoring, the decorated forward excelled on the glass and was also one of Houston’s leaders in assists on the evening. A 34-point win ultimately limited Durant to 30 minutes of action, but he still produced fairly well in his opportunities. The Rockets will close Week 23 on the road against the Warriors.

Kevin Durant totaled 19 points (7-of-16 FGs, 3-of-4 FTs), five rebounds, nine assists, one block and two three-pointers in the win over the Bucks on Wednesday.

Durant played more of a facilitating role in Wednesday’s victory. He was Houston’s leader in assists, which nearly led him to a double-double. One noteworthy stat was Durant’s two turnovers, making his high assist total even more significant. The two-time Finals MVP will certainly have better nights as a scorer, but he did what was required of him to help the team to a fourth consecutive win.

Reed Sheppard tallied 27 points (9-of-15 FGs), four rebounds, six assists, two steals and nine three-pointers on Wednesday in the win over the Bucks.

Sheppard had the hot hand against Milwaukee. All but one of his 15 shots were three-pointers, and he finished just one made triple away from logging 10 makes. Nevertheless, the second-year guard was one of Houston’s most productive scorers on the evening. His production has fluctuated throughout the season, but with back-to-back 20-point games, Sheppard could be entering the postseason with some momentum.

Alperen Şengün logged 25 points (9-of-13 FGs, 5-of-6 FTs), eight rebounds, four assists, two steals, one block and two three-pointers in the win over the Bucks on Wednesday.

Şengün showcased his versatility in Wednesday’s victory. As a scorer, he produced at the free-throw line, inside the arc, and from deep, en route to finishing as one of the Rockets’ leading scorers. He also distributed the ball well and was disruptive on the defensive end of the floor. He’s played some good basketball down the stretch of the season, and it’s coincided with team success. Friday’s matchup against the Jazz will present Şengün with another opportunity to log big numbers.

Reed Sheppard, Amen Thompson, Kevin Durant, Jabari Smith Jr. and Alperen Şengün will start Wednesday’s game against the Bucks.

After going with a bigger starting lineup in Tuesday’s rout of the Knicks, it’s business as usual for the Rockets on Wednesday. Sheppard returns to the starting lineup, with Tari Eason heading to the bench.