Rockets’ Terrence Jones involved in car accident, out against Suns

Jones was examined at a hospital and test results came back negative.

Houston Rockets forward Terrence Jones was involved in a car accident on his way to join the team’s flight to Phoenix and will miss Thursday night’s game against the Suns, the team announced.

Jones was examined at a hospital and test results came back negative. Jones will remain overnight for observation.

In 45 games for the Rockets, Jones is averaging 9.3 points and 4.5 rebounds per game.

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The Rockets will host the Portland Trail Blazers on Saturday.

- Christopher Chavez