Fred VanVleet Exercises 25 Million Dollar Option to Return to Rockets

Houston Rockets veteran point guard Fred VanVleet has decided to pick up his 25 million dollar option for the upcoming season. After missing the entire 2025-26 campaign due to a torn ACL, his return is highly anticipated.

The Rockets missed his steady presence and leadership on the court, and his comeback aims to stabilize the team's performance.