Udoka of the Rockets brought good news, and Eason participated in training to preliminarily determine the return time
The Rockets have no ball to play today, and after the last win over the Pelicans, the next game will be the Raptors. The Rockets have completed a full joint practice, and after the day's practice, head coach Udoka conducted an interview about Ethan's injury. Udoka said Ethan has completed 1-on-1 and 2-on-2 practice sessions and is expected to return to action next week. Ethan missed 16 league games due to his leg injury. Ethan has averaged 21 appearances per game in 22 appearances8 minutes, 98 points, 7 rebounds, 14 steals, 46 of them6% hit rate and 363 points of 0%.
Ethan still can't play in tomorrow's showdown with the Raptors. However, if he is in good physical condition, then it will be possible that he will return next week. With Ethan's return, the Rockets will no longer be short of an injured player, while the Houston Rockets will be hoping to fight for a playoff spot by winning a few more games.
This season, the Rockets have been plagued by injuries. This had a big impact on the game due to injuries to some of the starters. However, with Ethan's comeback, the Rockets' starting cycle will once again be replenished. This will give them more confidence and motivation, making it easier for the Rockets to compete.
Ethan is an excellent big forward and he has a talent for scoring and grabbing rebounds. At the same time, he is also good at intercepting and defending, which is essential for the Rockets. His comeback has helped us a lot in both attack and defence. And Ethan's comeback can give others more rest, which is very beneficial to ensure the overall level and combat ability of the team.
Thanks to Amen Thompson, Smith, Eason, Delon, VanVleet and VanVleet, as well as a backup scorer Reggie Bullock, there have been more injuries this season than ever before. Despite the serious injuries the team has suffered, Ethan's return has put them in a whole new league. The Rockets should seize this opportunity to tap the team's overall level and potential to prepare for future league games.
We can't ignore the role of the other team members either. In addition to Ethan, the Rockets also have some excellent forwards, such as Whitmore, who has been in good form recently, will Ethan's comeback have a certain impact on Whitmore's chances of playing? Next, it's about how to schedule Udoka's playing time. They all play well, and they are an important part of the rocket. They will have to regain their sense in the next two league games to win more for the team.
Without Ethan, the Rockets' win rate is low, and the Rockets have a great need for Ethan, although Ethan's performance is average, but he is an indispensable part of the team's offensive and defensive cycle. His return will inject more energy and confidence into the Rockets and will help the Rockets achieve better results in the coming seasons. Ethan naturally has to recover 100 per cent, and if he returns to the field with an injury, it will make matters worse.