Dwight Howard: (Knee) Out Wednesday

Howard (knee) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game.

Analysis:

This is the first game of a back-to-back set, so there's certainly a strong chance that he takes the court Thursday. The off night is more to rest his knee than anything, and he could probably play if it were a playoff game. Still, look for the Rockets to manage his usage carefully over the rest of the regular season.