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.
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
Houston Rockets vs. Minnesota Timberwolves Injury Report
On Friday night, the Houston Rockets will re-start their 2024-25 season post-All Star break. The team skidded into All-Star ...
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 ...
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Timberwolves at Rockets, Feb. 21: How to watch, stream, lineups, injury report
Anthony Edwards (sore hip) is questionable to play Friday as Minnesota looks to secure a season-series victory versus Amen ...
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 ...
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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Prediction and betting odds for Feb. 21, Minnesota Timberwolves at Houston Rockets
All-Star center Alperen Sengun has had big numbers this season versus Minnesota (+3.5), and the Timberwolves could be without Rudy Gobert.
Houston Needs a Win to Start Stretch off Right
The Houston Rockets are entering the late stages of the season, and they are still firmly in the mix for home-court advantage in the first round of the playoffs ...