The Houston Rockets have not ruled out Fred VanVleet for the entire 2025-26 season, following his ACL tear and surgery on September 25. He is targeting a potential late-season return as he continues his rehabilitation. The Rockets received a $12.5 million Disabled Players Exception for VanVleet, who averaged 14.1 points and 5.6 assists last season.
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