Fred VanVleet News, Rumors, Updates - Houston Rockets

Jabari Smith Jr. scores 30 points, Rockets beat Thunder 119-98

Jabari Smith Jr. had 30 points and nine rebounds, Marcus Smart added 24 points and the Houston Rockets beat the Oklahoma City Thunder 119-98 on Saturday night

5 HOURS AGO • Associated Press

Ruled out for Saturday VanVleet (knee) won't play Saturday against the Thunder.

Impact It's the second night of a back-to-back set, so VanVleet will receive his standard maintenance day, but he should return for Monday's meeting with the Celtics. Reed Sheppard (back) is also out for Saturday's game, so Marcus Smart could draw the start at point guard, and Amen Thompson should see some increased playmaking responsibilities.

14 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Irving scores 35 and Flagg adds 33 as Mavericks hand Rockets 1st loss of season 116-111

Kyrie Irving scored 35 points, Cooper Flagg added 33 and the Dallas Mavericks rallied for a 116-111 victory over Houston, handing the Rockets their first loss of the season in an N...

1 DAY AGO • Associated Press

Fred VanVleet (24 Points) Highlights vs. Milwaukee Bucks

3 DAYS AGO • YOUTUBE

Strikes for 24 points in victory VanVleet notched 24 points (7-14 FG, 4-9 3Pt, 6-6 FT), six rebounds, five assists and two steals across 29 minutes in Wednesday's 132-100 win over the Bucks.

Impact VanVleet posted just five points on 2-of-7 shooting in Monday's win over Atlanta, though he bounced back Wednesday. The veteran floor general turned in an efficient performance, scoring a game- and season-high 24 points. He also led the Rockets in assists and has yet to dish out fewer than five dimes in a game this season.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Fred VanVleet and Amen Thompson lift undefeated Rockets past Bucks, 132-100

Fred VanVleet scored 24 points and Amen Thompson added 23 as the Houston Rockets remained undefeated with a 132-100 rout of the Milwaukee Bucks

3 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Quiet in return Monday VanVleet produced five points (2-7 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 1-1 FT), four rebounds and five assists in 29 minutes during Monday's 120-110 win over the Hawks.

Impact VanVleet was back in the lineup after sitting out the previous game due to injury management. However, despite returning to the court, VanVleet's production left a lot to be desired. While his impact on this team is certainly obvious, it could be a situation where his real-life value usurps his fantasy value. He will almost certainly be better than this, but could be considered the fourth or even fifth option on offense, limiting his overall upside.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Not listed on injury report VanVleet (knee) is off the injury report ahead of Monday's game against the Hawks.

Impact VanVleet missed the second half of the team's back-to-back set Saturday as he continues to ease back into play following a torn ACL last season, but he will be available Monday. Through two appearances, VanVleet is averaging 10.0 points, 8.0 assists, 3.0 steals and 2.5 rebounds in 31.0 minutes per contest.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Rockets face the Hawks on 3-game win streak

Houston looks to prolong its three-game win streak with a victory against Atlanta

OCTOBER 25 • Associated Press

Officially ruled out Saturday VanVleet (knee) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Hawks.

Impact VanVleet will sit out the second leg of this back-to-back set due to right knee injury management, though he'll likely be able to return for Monday's rematch with Atlanta. In the meantime, Marcus Smart and Reed Sheppard (knee), who is listed as questionable, are candidates for increased burn. If Sheppard is also ruled out, Bruce Thornton could join the rotation.

OCTOBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikey to play Saturday VanVleet (rest) is unlikely to play in the second leg of the Rockets' back-to-back set Saturday against the Hawks.

Impact Head coach Ime Udoku told reporters this past Tuesday that VanVleet would be sidelined for one leg of back-to-back sets to open the season, per Will Guillory of The Athletic. Since the Rockets played Friday, VanVleet figures to observe Saturday's contest in street clothes, so Marcus Smart will likely enter the starting lineup alongside Amen Thompson in the backcourt. VanVleet played 32 minutes during Friday's 114-110 win over the Spurs and finished with 14 points (4-10 FG, 3-8 3Pt, 3-4 FT), five assists, three rebounds and three steals.

OCTOBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Fred VanVleet (14 points) Highlights vs. San Antonio Spurs

OCTOBER 24 • YOUTUBE

Amen Thompson blocks Wembanyama in final second as the Rockets beat the Spurs 114-110 in Austin

Amen Thompson blocked Victor Wembanyama’s game-tying layup attempt with less than a second remaining and the Houston Rockets held on to beat the San Antonio Spurs 114-110 on Friday...

OCTOBER 24 • Associated Press

Tallies 11 dimes in return VanVleet closed with six points (2-8 FG, 2-6 3Pt), two rebounds, 11 assists, one block and three steals in 30 minutes during Wednesday's 128-110 win over the Mavericks.

Impact VanVleet took charge of the offense, recording a game-high 11 assists, making a successful return after missing the entire 2025-26 season due to an ACL injury. Not surprisingly, VanVleet was relatively passive when it came to scoring the basketball, instead opting to prioritize his teammates. While he will almost certainly score more than six points on most nights, managers shouldn't expect him to be an above-average scorer. His value lies in assists and steals.

OCTOBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Durant and Smith each score 30 points to power the Rockets past the Mavericks 128-110 in the opener

Kevin Durant and Jabari Smith Jr. scored 30 points apiece and the Houston Rockets used a big second quarter to build a huge lead and coast to a 128-110 win over the Dallas Maverick...

OCTOBER 22 • Associated Press

To miss back-to-backs VanVleet will sit out one game of back-to-back sets to open the season, Will Guillory of The Athletic reports.

Impact This was mentioned several times during the offseason, and coach Ime Udoka confirmed that plan Tuesday. Whether or not these restrictions will stay in place for the whole season remains to be seen. Marcus Smart will start in the games that VanVleet takes off. The first back-to-back set begins Friday against the Spurs.

OCTOBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Won't face minutes restrictions Head coach Ime Udoka said Sunday that VanVleet won't face any minutes restrictions to begin the regular season, though the team may exercise caution in back-to-back sets, Lachard B...

Impact VanVleet didn't play in 2025-26 due to a torn ACL, though he's set to return as Houston's starting point guard this season. The veteran floor general saw his numbers dip with the Rockets in 2024-25, when he averaged 14.1 points, 5.6 assists, 3.7 rebounds and 1.6 steals in 35.2 minutes per game across 60 regular-season appearances. While he's expected to play a sizable role in 2026-27, Amen Thompson could handle significant ballhandling duties, limiting VanVleet's upside.

OCTOBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Set to play Thursday VanVleet (rest) is in line to play in Thursday's preseason finale against the Thunder, Will Guillory of The Athletic reports.

Impact Thursday's exhibition is one last tune-up chance for the Rockets. The veteran floor general, who could be eased into regular-season action coming off a torn ACL, is expected to play around one half before handing things off to some of Houston's non-guaranteed rotation pieces.

OCTOBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Wembanyama's Spurs are the team to beat in the Southwest, but don't forget about Durant and Irving

Victor Wembanyama leads the San Antonio Spurs as the new team to beat in the Southwest Division

OCTOBER 15 • Associated Press

Not expected to play Sunday VanVleet (rest) isn't expected to play in Sunday's preseason game against the Mavericks, Will Guillory of The Athletic reports.

Impact VanVleet made his first appearance since suffering an ACL injury more than a year ago, finishing with 17 points (5-12 FG, 5-12 3Pt, 2-3 FT), seven assists, two rebounds and two steals in 24 minutes during Friday's 135-117 preseason win over Dallas. The veteran point guard will likely be limited throughout the 2026-27 season, but he's on track to be the starting point guard on Opening Night.

OCTOBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Productive in return VanVleet finished with 17 points (5-12 FG, 5-12 3Pt, 2-3 FT), seven assists, two rebounds and two steals in 24 minutes during Friday's 135-117 preseason win over Dallas.

Impact VanVleet made his first appearance since suffering an ACL injury more than 12 months ago. Despite the layoff, VanVleet looked good in his 24 minutes, providing the team with some much-needed guidance. Although there could be some limitations heading into the season proper, the fact that he played 24 minutes in what was basically a meaningless game bodes well for anyone willing to take a chance on him in drafts.

OCTOBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Fred VanVleet (17 points) Highlights vs. Dallas Mavericks

OCTOBER 9 • YOUTUBE

Rockets predicted to trade Fred VanVleet for $118M NBA champion to pair with Kevin Durant | Sporting News The Houston Rockets are trying to make a huge push in the postseason. In this proposed trade, they get one of Kevin Durant's former favorite...

OCTOBER 5 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Rockets fans must be patient with Fred VanVleet's return to action Fred VanVleet will need some time before he can have the expected impact for the Rockets.

OCTOBER 1 • SPACECITYSCOOP.COM

Fred VanVleet Gives Honest Take on Teaming With Kevin Durant With the Houston Rockets’ continued development of their strong core of young talent, as the likes of Amen Thompson, Alperen Sengun, and Jab...

SEPTEMBER 29 • SI.COM

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