Houston Rockets and Fred VanVleet Gain More Time to Decide on Contract Option
Source: news.source.inquirer
The Houston Rockets and their guard, Fred VanVleet, have extended the deadline for deciding on a $44.9 million team option for the 2025-26 season. Originally set for May, the new deadline is June 29, which gives both parties the opportunity to consider a longer-term agreement. VanVleet, who has been with the Rockets for the past two seasons after spending seven years with the Toronto Raptors, contributed significantly to the team this season, helping end their four-year playoff drought.
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The Houston Rockets and Fred VanVleet have extended the deadline for a $44.9 million team option to June 29.
This extension allows for the possibility of negotiating a longer-term deal.
VanVleet has been with the Rockets for two seasons after spending seven years with the Toronto Raptors.
He played a key role in helping the Rockets end their four-year playoff drought this season.
VanVleet's performance this season included averaging 14.1 points, 5.6 assists, 3.7 rebounds, and 1.6 steals per game.
