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Rockets Could Trade VanVleet If He Struggles
Houston Rockets may trade Fred VanVleet if he can't return to form after knee injury.
In brief
Houston Rockets may trade Fred VanVleet if he can't return to form after knee injury. Houston Rockets could trade Fred VanVleet if he fails to regain his pre-injury performance level. Originally reported by Houston Rockets On SI.
VanVleet's Contract Status
VanVleet signed a one-year $25 million contract last July with player option for second season.
Trade Veto Right
Under NBA rules, VanVleet could veto trades if he opted out of second year.
Current Contract Status
VanVleet exercised $25 million option in July and no longer has trade veto right.
Team Pressure
Rockets need VanVleet to return to pre-injury performance level before trade deadline.
Team Beloved
VanVleet is beloved in Rockets organization for leading young team through losing seasons.
Trade Options
Rockets have young players on team-friendly contracts and valuable expiring contract.
Future Assets
Rockets could gain two lottery picks in June draft through Phoenix and Brooklyn swaps.
The takeaway
Houston Rockets could trade Fred VanVleet if he fails to regain his pre-injury performance level.
