The Houston Rockets re-signed Fred VanVleet to a two-year, $50 million contract, but his torn ACL from a workout injury could sideline him for the entire NBA season, jeopardizing the team’s championship hopes. With VanVleet’s absence, second-year guard Reed Sheppard faces increased pressure in the backup role, complicating the Rockets’ path in a competitive Western Conference.
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