Eric Gordon, Danuel House Jr. near return to Rockets; Kevin Porter Jr. less certain

Veteran guard Eric Gordon (right groin tightness) and forward Danuel House Jr. (right foot sprain) appear likely to return to the Houston Rockets in time for Wednesday’s home game versus Detroit.

The status of third-year guard Kevin Porter Jr., who left Sunday’s game at Golden State early due to a left thigh contusion, looks to be in more doubt.

Head coach Stephen Silas said at Tuesday’s practice that both Gordon and House participated, and each would likely be available for Wednesday’s game at Toyota Center. Porter, however, was limited. Silas added he was hopeful of his availability but less certain.

Gordon sat one game with groin tightness, while House missed the last six after suffering the foot sprain on Oct. 26 in Dallas. Gordon is averaging 13.8 points (52.9% on 3-pointers) and 2.0 rebounds in 26.9 minutes per game, and he is Houston’s second-leading scorer. House had averaged 3.3 points (40.0% on 3-pointers) and 3.0 rebounds in limited playing time of 11.3 minutes.

Porter is averaging 12.3 points and 5.2 assists in 31.3 minutes, with the assist total leading the team. If he’s unavailable, Gordon could start in Porter’s place in the backcourt alongside rookie Jalen Green.

Tipoff between the Rockets (1-9) and Pistons (1-8) is set for 6:30 p.m. Central, with the game broadcast to a national audience on ESPN.

On the #Rockets injury front Stephen Silas is “hopeful” @Kevinporterjr plays against Detroit tomorrow night at Toyota Center. pic.twitter.com/r5ZEnQa6MR

— Mark Berman (@MarkBermanFox26) November 9, 2021

Stephen Silas said Kevin Porter Jr has a leg bruise and he didn’t do much at practice today. Things are looking good for Eric Gordon and Danuel House. Silas said House had a good practice today

— Adam Spolane (@AdamSpolane) November 9, 2021