Big news! Rockets official: The team signed the former Eastern Conference All-Star with a 2-year, 50 million contract

Last season, under the planning of Uduka, the Houston Rockets swept away the previous decline and played a gratifying basketball. On the offense, Uduka requires the players to rush and run, and break the opponent's defensive system with lightning speed; and each player must learn to pass the ball and pass the scoring opportunity to the player with the best position, so that the opponent can't defend. On the defensive end, Uduka fully utilized the talents of Amen, Ethan, Jabbarri Smith and Dillon, giving off great oppression to offensive players; in addition, Uduka also requires Rockets players to fight for every goal and fight for rebounds desperately. It is precisely because of the improved offensive and defensive efficiency that the Rockets have repeatedly defeated strong enemies and entered the playoffs with the second best record in the West.

However, after entering the playoff stage, the Rockets were suppressed by their old opponent Golden State Warriors; because the players were generally young, the playoff experience was closer to zero, causing them to lose their due rhythm under heavy pressure. In the end, the Rockets were unfortunately eliminated. The taste of losing is undoubtedly bitter. Perhaps because he doesn't want to lose again, Rockets general manager Stone resolutely dismantled the lineup and replaced the superstar; so we can see that in the finals, the Houston Rockets sent Jaylen Green, Dillon, the 2025 No. 10 pick and 5 future second-round picks, and exchanged Durant from the Phoenix Suns. After the free market door opened, he signed Capela and Finney Smith without stopping, further increasing the team's rotation lineup.

However, Stone's operation did not stop. Today, the Houston Rockets solemnly announced that the team has successfully completed the contract renewal with defender Fred Van Vreet. The familiar Fred returns to the Rockets' camp again! Long before, VanVleet had finalized a two-year contract with the Rockets worth up to $50 million. Although VanVleet is not a top superstar, he is very suitable for the Houston Rockets. After joining the team, he was not only happy to pass on his experience to young players, but also organized the team's offense well, and helped the Rockets win with key three-pointers many times. Now that the Rockets are rising again, they still need this veteran to play a key role.