Rockets uncertain about return of injured starters

After topping the Jazz with three starters out on Monday, the Rockets could be back to full strength – or as close as they are going to get – when they face the Trail Blazers on Wednesday.

Guard James Harden, who missed the past two games with a bruised left thigh, and center Clint Capela, who was out with a flareup of his bruised right heel, were listed as questionable.

Harden was hurt in the second half against the Timberwolves on Friday, but did do some shooting before Monday’s game when a person with knowledge of the team’s thinking said the Rockets were optimistic he would return on Wednesday.

Capela’s return was more uncertain. Rockets coach Mike D’Antoni said Capela might not be…