The Houston Rockets will host the Phoenix Suns at Toyota Center on Friday.

The Rockets (24-31) are coming off a 127-105 loss to the New Orleans Pelicans on Thursday. Amen Thompson led the Rockets with 22 points, adding five rebounds, four assists and three blocks. Alperen Sengun delivered 20 points, nine rebounds, two assists and one steal. The Rockets continue to go through a rebuilding process, but the team has shown a marked improvement compared to the 2022-23 campaign. Houston has been struggling in terms of form, as Houston has now lost five of its last six games. The Rockets need to bounce back, but they shouldn’t be overly confident based on recent results, as things won’t be easy for them in this one against one of the best teams in the Western Conference.

Tari Eason (lower leg) has been ruled out for Friday’s game. Steven Adams (knee) is out for the season.

The Suns (33-23) didn’t have a good return to action following the 2024 NBA All-Star break, as they suffered a 123-113 loss to the Dallas Mavericks. Phoenix is not expected to have Bradley Beal (hamstring) available. The Suns have yet to peak in terms of form, but they seem to be trending in the right direction with four wins across their last six contests. Kevin Durant and Devin Booker are going to carry the Suns in both the regular season and the playoffs. Durant is leading the Suns in scoring with 28.2 points per game, while Booker leads the team with 7.0 assists per contest. The Suns will look to tighten their grip on a potential playoff berth against a rebuilding team such as the Rockets. Phoenix has gone 15-12 when playing on the road this season.

Bradley Beal (hamstring) is a game-time call for Friday, while Damion Lee (knee) is out.