- - Steven Adams injury update: Houston Rockets star avoids serious injury

James H. Williams, USA TODAYJanuary 19, 2026 at 6:40 AM

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Center Steven Adams suffered a sprained ankle during the Houston Rockets' game against the New Orleans Pelicans on Sunday, Jan. 18.

Adams was unable to find a good landing upon a block attempt and fell to the ground holding his leg with 9:50 left in the fourth quarter. He went back to the locker room and did not return to the game.

Rockets coach Ime Udoka told reporters after the 119-110 victory that Adams has an ankle sprain. While he was said to have had quite a bit of swelling, the center did not suffer a broken bone.

Adams had five points, 10 rebounds and two assists in 27 minutes of play on Sunday. The former first-round pick has averaged 5.9 points and 8.6 rebounds per game this season.

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