The Houston Rockets have seemingly made a decision on how to handle their long-impending starting lineup conundrum. On Friday ...

Thompson finished Friday's 121-115 win over Minnesota with 17 points (7-9 FG, 3-3 FT), 10 rebounds, six assists, three blocks and one steal in 40 minutes.

The Rockets' Jabari Smith Jr., who broke his hand during a shootaround on Jan. 3, was set to return Friday against Minnesota.