Rockets guard James Harden was ruled out for Friday's game against the Nets, but is expected to return from his strained left hamstring Saturday in Chicago.
Harden had missed the Rockets' two games prior to facing the Nets, both home losses, after leaving the previous game against the Utah Jazz in the fourth quarter. Harden has averaged 28.5 points and nine assists this season.
"I think it's probable," Rockets coach Mike D'Antoni said of Harden returning against the Bulls. "He had a good practice (on Thursday.) The main reason he can't play (Friday) is because it's a back-to-back.