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VanVleet Returns to Rockets | Houston Rockets News
Fred VanVleet is returning to the Houston Rockets for the 2026-27 season after picking up his $25M player option, bringing back the playmaking floor general they desperately missed last year following his ACL tear. A key leader since 2023, VanVleet averaged over 14 points and 5 assists in 2024-25 and delivered clutch performances in the playoffs. His return stabilizes Houston’s offense, freeing up stars like Kevin Durant and Alperen Sengun from constant double-teams. With VanVleet locked in, the Rockets now focus on pivotal moves: Tari Eason’s free agency and Amen Thompson’s contract…
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