Phoenix Suns vs Houston Rockets Game Preview (03/12): Starting Five, Injury Report, Start Time, How to Watch, and More

Pragya Chowdhury / TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Mar 12, 2025, 19:47 IST

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The Houston Rockets and Phoenix Suns face off in a crucial Western Conference matchup. Both teams are striving for important wins with the Rockets aiming for the No. 4 seed and the Suns needing a victory for their playoff hopes. Key players like Devin Booker, Kevin Durant, Jalen Green, and Alperen Sengun are expected to play pivotal roles.

Phoenix Suns vs Houston Rockets Game Preview (03/12): Starting Five, Injury Report, Start Time, How to Watch, and More

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Tonight, Wednesday, the Houston Rockets (40-25) and the Phoenix Suns (30-35) clash in a pivotal Western Conference matchup. The Suns are desperate for a win to bolster their playoff aspirations, while the Rockets aim to stay competitive with the Grizzlies for the coveted No. 4 seed. Here's a preview of five key aspects to watch before the game begins.
Continue reading to know the starting five, injury report, start time, how to watch, and more.

Phoenix Suns vs Houston Rockets: Projected Starting Five (March 12, 2025)

Phoenix Suns Projected Starting Five

Player	PTS	REB	AST
Bradley Beal	17.5	3.5	3.8
Devin Booker	26.0	4.1	6.8
Kevin Durant	26.9	6.1	4.3
Bol Bol	7.5	3.3	0.6
Nick Richards	9.5	8.6	1.0

Houston Rockets Projected Starting Five

Player	PTS	REB	AST
Fred VanVleet	14.4	3.9	5.8
Jalen Green	21.0	4.4	3.3
Dillon Brooks	13.8	3.9	1.6
Tari Eason	11.8	6.2	1.3
Alperen Sengun	19.2	10.4	4.9

(NOTE: Projected Starters are subject to change)

Phoenix Suns vs Houston Rockets: Key Players to Watch on (March 12, 2025)

Phoenix Suns Key Players

Devin Booker
Kevin Durant

Houston Rockets Key Players

Jalen Green
Alperen Sengun

Phoenix Suns vs Houston Rockets: Injury Report of (March 12, 2025)

Phoenix Suns:

Player	Status	Injury
Monte Morris	GTD	Back

Houston Rockets:

Player	Status	Injury
N’Faly Dante	GTD	Suspension
Reed Sheppard	OUT	Thumb
Amen Thompson	OUT	Ankle
Fred VanVleet	GTD	Ankle

Phoenix Suns vs Houston Rockets: Team Stats of (March 12, 2025)

Statistics	Phoenix Suns	Houston Rockets
Records	30-35	40-25
Standings	11th	5th
Home/Away	12-22	22-10
OFF RTG	9th	16th
DEF RTG	27th	3rd
NET RTG	19th	7th

Phoenix Suns vs Houston Rockets: Previous Matchups

The last time the Houston Rockets faced the Phoenix Suns was on February 12, 2025. The Rockets were able to win that game with an 08-point margin, as the Suns scored 111 points.

Phoenix Suns vs Houston Rockets: Leading Players of (March 12, 2025)

Statistic	Phoenix Suns (Leaders)	Houston Rockets (Leaders)
Points	Kevin Durant	Jalen Green
Rebounds	Nick Richards	Alperen Sengun
Assists	Devin Booker	Fred VanVleet

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Phoenix Suns vs Houston Rockets: Date, Time, and Venue

The Phoenix Suns vs Houston Rockets will be live from 08:00 p.m. ET from Toyota Center, Houston, TX.

How to watch Phoenix Suns vs Houston Rockets: Streaming Details of (March 12, 2025)

TV: NBCSBA
Streaming: Fubo TV, and NBA League Pass

About the Author

Pragya Chowdhury

Pragya is a seasoned entertainment journalist and editor with a strong focus on pop culture. With over five years of experience in the industry, she has worked with leading outlets, where she served as the Entertainment Editor. She is passionate about creating engaging content that resonates with readers and driving meaningful conversations in the world of pop culture.

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