Jae’Sean Tate Questionable for Rockets’ Game Against Warriors on December 11th with Lower Back Pain
Jae’Sean Tate of the Houston Rockets is dealing with lower back pain. His status is currently questionable for the upcoming game against the Golden State Warriors on December 11th. This is the first reported injury for Tate this season.
Tate’s recent performances have been limited, with minimal playing time in recent games. Despite this, his presence on the court can still impact the team’s dynamics, especially in defensive plays.
What It Means
Jae’Sean Tate has not been a major scorer for the Rockets this season, averaging 2.4 points per game. His contributions in rebounds and assists are also modest, with averages of 2.2 rebounds and 0.6 assists per game. His shooting percentage stands at 56.2%, although he has not made any three-pointers this season.
In recent games, Tate has seen limited action, with his most notable performance being against the Los Angeles Clippers, where he scored 6 points and grabbed 4 rebounds in 18 minutes. His efficiency rating was 19.7 in that game, indicating his potential impact when given playing time.
With Tate’s status uncertain, players like Tari Eason and Dillon Brooks may need to step up. Eason averages 11.3 points per game, while Brooks contributes 12.8 points per game. The Rockets will need these players to fill any gaps left by Tate’s potential absence against the Warriors.
