Rockets at All-Star Weekend, Fred VanVleet rumors and more

Rockets Faced With Major Offseason Question Regarding Fred VanVleet
Houston will have to decide whether or not to keep VanVleet with other players potentially available as a replacement.
Fred VanVleet expected to opt out and re-sign with Rockets
Most around the league expect the Rockets to opt Fred VanVleet out of his contract to re-sign him at a more reasonable number for the next few years (similar to what the Minnesota Timberwolves executed with Rudy Gobert). Naz Reid is expected to opt out to explore free agency, but he's believed to be a priority for the Timberwolves.
Houston Rockets news: Rockets at All-Star Weekend, Fred VanVleet rumors and more
The Rockets were well represented at All-Star Weekend, plus the latest rumors on Fred VanVleet, the team's financials and more.
Report: Expectation around NBA is for Rockets, Fred VanVleet to extend contract in 2025
Per Eric Pincus of Bleacher Report, the expectation around the NBA is for the Rockets and Fred VanVleet to extend their time together beyond 2025.
Rockets' Fred VanVleet: Will not play Friday
VanVleet (ankle) has been ruled out for Friday's contest against Minnesota. VanVleet missed seven games prior to the All-Star break, and is expected to an eighth consecutive after being ruled out for Friday. The team is hopeful for him to return on the tail end of its back-to-back Saturday against the Jazz.
Jabari Smith Jr. returns after missing 22 games. What that means for Houston Rockets
Jabari Smith Jr. has been out since Jan. 3 with a broken hand. The Rockets sorely missed his rebounding and versatility but now face a starting lineup decision.
What Has the Houston Rockets Offense Looked Like Since Fred VanVleet Went Out?
The Rockets have been without Smith since Jan.2nd and VanVleet since Feb. 2nd. The Rockets have at times looked elite during Smith injury but since VanVleet has went out with an a
Rockets' Fred VanVleet: Could return Friday
VanVleet (ankle) is questionable for Friday's matchup against the Timberwolves, Lachard Binkley of SI.com reports.
Houston Rockets vs. Minnesota Timberwolves: Jabari Smith returns, Anthony Edwards questionable
Jabari Smith Jr. returns for the Rockets, but the Timberwolves have Anthony Edwards, Mike Conley and Rudy Gobert on the ...
Houston Rockets' biggest mistake at 2025 NBA trade deadline
Should the Rockets have been more aggressive leading up to the trade deadline -- perhaps swinging a deal for someone like ...
Timberwolves might be on the mend, but key players are still on injury report
Rockets guard Fred VanVleet (5) was fouled by Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert when the teams met on Nov. 26 at Target Center. (Jerry Holt/The Minnesota Star Tribune) ...
For Fertitta, Patience Is Virtue Through Rockets Rebuild
Due to support from Rockets owner Tilman Fertitta, general manager Rafael Stone has built a foundation for the Rockets that ...
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Houston Rockets Practice Report: The Rockets Prepare for the Timberwolves
The Houston Rockets have been off for the All-Star break as they prepare to try and finish off the season strong in the last ...