Jabari Smith Jr.

When Smith injured his hand in early January, a timeline of four-to-eight weeks was given. While not needing surgery is a positive development, Smith's return may take a little longer than it would have with a procedure. When healthy, Amen Thompson will fill the void left by Smith.

Thompson has shined since Jabari Smith Jr.'s broken hand pushed him into the Rockets' starting lineup. If he's unable to play against Portland, Houston would likely turn to Jeff Green to fill the void. Green started Thursday's win over Sacramento, filling in for Fred VanVleet (personal). VanVleet will be available for Saturday's game.

Eason has not appeared in a game since December 14, and that's unlikely to change on Wednesday. Amen Thompson has flourished as Jabari Smith Jr.'s replacement in the starting lineup, while Eason's absence has freed up additional bench minutes for Cam Whitmore.

Thompson was outstanding in the nation's capital, recording his second consecutive double-double and ninth of the season on Tuesday. With Jabari Smith Jr. (hand) out for at least four weeks, the Rockets wing will have the playing time needed to truly impact fantasy basketball. As long as Thompson remains healthy, he's a must-roster player in all fantasy leagues.

Tuesday's game will be the tenth straight that Eason has missed, with the left leg issue being the reason on most nights. Amen Thompson, who has been starting for the injured Jabari Smith Jr., and Cam Whitmore have greater importance within the Rockets rotation, and the latter is worth streaming in deep leagues. Thompson is already rostered in most fantasy leagues.