Kevin McHale will take an immediate leave of absence from the Houston Rockets to deal with a personal family matter.

“Kevin is a devoted family man who is needed back home in Minnesota at the moment,” Rockets general manager Daryl Morey said in a statement. “The Rockets organization will keep Kevin and his family in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.”

There is no timetable for McHale’s return.

Kelvin Sampson will handle coaching duties while McHale is out.