Overview
- A team announcement at halftime said Reaves would not return against the Rockets due to left calf soreness, a report echoed on the ESPN broadcast.
- Reaves logged 15 first‑half minutes with 12 points on 5‑of‑8 shooting, adding one rebound, one assist and one block before exiting.
- He missed time earlier this month with a left calf strain, and broadcast reports characterized the setback as a possible re‑aggravation.
- Head coach JJ Redick said pregame that Reaves was not on a minutes restriction, though the staff intended to monitor him.
- Marcus Smart opened the second half in Reaves’ place, with indications he would continue to start if Reaves is sidelined.