VanVleet finished with 37 points (13-17 FG, 9-11 3Pt, 2-4 FT), three assists and three steals across 36 minutes during Friday's 102-98 win over Miami.

EDGE Analysis

VanVleet put his recent shooting woes behind him, connecting on nine three-pointers en route to a team-high 37 points. Efficiency has been an issue for the veteran all season, making this a much-needed performance. The Rockets are a better team with VanVleet at the helm, providing the team with direction and purpose. Assuming he can stay healthy, he should continue to guide the team around the court as they prepare for the playoffs.

VanVleet logged 19 points (4-15 FG, 3-9 3Pt, 8-8 FT), six rebounds, three assists and one steal in 36 minutes during Wednesday's 116-108 win over Orlando.

EDGE Analysis

There have been quite a few ups and downs in VanVleet's five games since returning from a prolonged absence -- he made just one appearance between Feb. 3 and March 10. This game was undoubtedly a step in the right direction. While VanVleet will remain a reliable fantasy option for the Rockets as long as he stays healthy, his upside right now won't be the highest due to the inconsistencies he's showing on a game-to-game basis.

VanVleet was ejected after being assessed a Flagrant 2 foul in the fourth quarter of Monday's game against the 76ers, Ben DuBose of USA Today reports.

EDGE Analysis

VanVleet was ejected in the final minutes of Monday's game after he committed a reckless foul under the basket. He'll finish the game with three points (1-6 FG, 1-5 3Pt), seven rebounds, five assists, two steals and two blocks across 38 minutes.

VanVleet closed Saturday's 117-114 win over Chicago with 23 points (8-20 FG, 5-14 3Pt, 2-4 FT), four rebounds, seven assists and one block over 35 minutes.

EDGE Analysis

After seeing a limited workload in his first two games back from a right ankle sprain, VanVleet saw his usual minutes Saturday and responded by scoring at least 20 points with five or more made three-pointers for the first time since Jan. 25. The veteran point guard has seen his usage and numbers decline in 2024-25 even when healthy. but the 31-year-old remains a key piece of Houston's backcourt.

VanVleet totaled 10 points (4-9 FG, 2-6 3Pt), two rebounds, four assists and three steals in 28 minutes during Wednesday's 111-104 win over Phoenix.

EDGE Analysis

VanVleet, who had missed 15 of the Rockets' last 16 games due to a right ankle injury, saw a healthy workload in his return to action. With Amen Thompson (ankle) likely to miss another week, VanVleet could see a bump in usage rate during the short term as Houston's primary playmaker. On a per-game basis, VanVleet leads the Rockets in nine-category fantasy value this season.

VanVleet (ankle) is available and starting in Wednesday's game against Phoenix, Danielle Lerner of the Houston Chronicle reports.

EDGE Analysis

VanVleet has missed 15 of the Rockets' last 16 games due to a right ankle injury, but he has progressed enough in his recovery to return to action Wednesday, though he could operate under a minutes restriction. VanVleet's return will shift Jalen Green back to the two, while Jabari Smith moves to a bench role. VanVleet has played in just two games since Feb. 1, and he averaged 13.9 points, 5.6 assists, 2.7 rebounds and 2.1 steals over 37.5 minutes per game in the month of January.

VanVleet (ankle) is listed as probable for Wednesday's game against the Suns, Ben DuBose of USA Today reports.

EDGE Analysis

VanVleet has been rehabbing from a right ankle injury that has caused him to miss 15 of the Rockets' last 16 games. He was able to practice in full Tuesday, and he appears to be on track to return to action Wednesday. VanVleet's return will likely result in a decrease in playing time for Aaron Holiday and Cam Whitmore.

Coach Ime Udoka said VanVleet (ankle) practiced fully with the Rockets on Tuesday, Danielle Lerner of the Houston Chronicle reports.

EDGE Analysis

VanVleet has missed 15 of the last 16 games for Houston while nursing a right ankle injury. It appears he's trending toward returning to the floor sooner rather than later. However, his status for Wednesday's game against the Suns remains uncertain, which means Aaron Holiday and Cam Whitmore may continue to see more time on the floor.

VanVleet (ankle) is out for Monday's game against the Magic, Danielle Lerner of The Houston Chronicle reports.

EDGE Analysis

The star floor general was questionable on the initial injury report, but he's not fully recovered from the ankle problem and will sit this one out. His next chance to return to the hardwood will come against the Suns on Wednesday.

VanVleet (ankle) is listed as questionable for Monday's game against Orlando.

EDGE Analysis

VanVleet has missed 15 of the Rockets' last 16 games due to a right ankle strain. The veteran point guard would likely operate under a minutes restriction if he returned Monday, which means Aaron Holiday and Cam Whitmore should both still see plenty of minutes off the bench.