Trevor Ariza (rest) will not play in Wednesday's exhibition contest against the Magic.

Ariza (rest) will not play in Wednesday's exhibition contest against the Magic.

Analysis:

Ariza will simply be given the night off, as Wednesday marks the second game of a back-to-back preseason set. With the Rockets gearing up for the beginning of the regular season next week, Ariza is expected to start at small forward for Houston this term.