<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en" lang="en">    <head>        <script>   (function(i, s, o, g, r, a, m) {     i["GoogleAnalyticsObject"] = r;     i[r] = i[r] || function() {       (i[r].q = i[r].q || []).push(arguments)     }, i[r].l = 1 * new Date();     a = s.createElement(o),       m = s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];     a.async = 1;     a.src = g;     m.parentNode.insertBefore(a, m)   })(window, document, "script", "https://www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js", "ga");   ga('create', 'UA-66147751-16', {     'storage': 'none',     'clientId': localStorage.getItem('ga:clientId')   });   ga(function(tracker) {     localStorage.setItem('ga:clientId', tracker.get('clientId'));   });   ga('set', 'checkProtocolTask', null);      ga('set', 'page', '/rockets-news-fred-vanvleet-eye-opening-take-raptors-fans-toronto-return');   ga('set', 'title', 'Fred VanVleet shares eye-opening take on Raptors fans in Toronto return');   ga('send', 'pageview');</script>        <style type="text/css" media="all">            body {    background: transparent;    margin: 0px;}h1, h2, h3 {    color: #DDDDDD;    font-family: "SFUIText-Semibold";    margin: 30px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 21px;    line-height: 125%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}header {    margin: 0px;    height: 0px;    display: none;}p {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 15px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}p > img {    margin-left: -15px;    width: calc(100% + 30px);}a {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;    text-decoration: underline;}ul {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 3px 10px 3px 10px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}ol {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}img {    margin: 0px;    width: 100%;    height: auto;}blockquote {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Medium";    margin: 30px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 19px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}blockquote p {    margin: 0px;}.op-tracker, .op-ad {    display: none;    height: 0px;}article > figure {    margin: 0px;}figcaption {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 10px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 13px;}iframe {    width: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;    margin: 0px;    border: 0;}.vine-embed {    height: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;}.twitter-tweet, .instagram-media {    margin-left: 15px !important;    margin-right: 15px !important;    width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;}.clutchpoints-widget {    /*margin: 10px 15px 10px 15px !important;*/    /*margin-top: 1px !important;*/    padding-top: 10px;    /*margin-left: 15px !important;*/    /*margin-right: 15px !important;*/    /*width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;*/}        </style>        <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=UTF-8" />    </head>    <body>        <article id="mvp-content-main"><header><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/IMG_1128.jpeg"></figure><h1>Fred VanVleet shares eye-opening take on Raptors fans in Toronto return</h1><time class="op-published" datetime="2024-12-22T19:41:30-08:00">December 22nd, 7:41pm</time><time class="op-modified" datetime="2024-12-23T08:28:58-08:00">December 23rd, 8:28am</time><address><a>David Yapkowitz</a>David Yapkowitz is an NBA Associate Editor at ClutchPoints. He is a credentialed reporter based in Los Angeles who covers the NBA/WNBA, NCAA/NCAAW and boys/girls high school basketball.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">NBA</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>Houston Rockets point guard Fred VanVleet is a revered name in Toronto. He was a key member of the Toronto Raptors team that won the 2019 NBA championship, which is the only title in their franchise’s history. <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/ex-raptor-fred-vanvleet-reacts-to-torontos-awesome-tribute-in-return">VanVleet made his annual return to Toronto</a> against the Raptors as an opponent with the Rockets on Sunday night, and he had only <a href="https://x.com/JLew1050/status/1871015223722983842" rel="noopener">good things to say</a> about the fans, as per Josh Lewenberg of TSN Sports.</p><p>“This crowd, given the season that you guys are having, for them to be out there cheering and still showing up on a nightly basis, this is a special place for basketball,” VanVleet said.</p><p>The Raptors are currently 7-22 and only ahead of the league-worst 4-22 Washington Wizards in the Eastern Conference standings. This was VanVleet’s first game against the Raptors on the court, as he missed last season’s matchup due to injury.</p><p>He didn’t shoot particularly well, finishing with only two points on 1-of-10 shooting from the field and 0-of-5 shooting from three-point range. But he did contribute eight rebounds, five assists and two steals in 38 minutes.</p><p>VanVleet was honored with a tribute video on Sunday in his return, and <a href="https://x.com/JLew1050/status/1871015035171979468" rel="noopener">he also reflected on</a> what Raptors fans have meant to him.</p><p>“This place is a special place for me,” Fred VanVleet said. “I always think about what it means to me and my family but I never think about what I mean to other people until I get here, so that’s always a blessing and something that I never take for granted.”</p><p>This season though, <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/fred-vanvleet-fueling-rockets-early-season-success">VanVleet has been a key part of a Rockets’ turnaround</a> that has them as one of the top teams in the Western Conference. He’s appeared in 25 games coming into Sunday, averaging a little over 35 minutes per game.</p><p>VanVleet had been averaging 15.2 points, 4.2 rebounds, 6.1 assists and 1.5 steals with splits of 37.7 percent shooting from the field, 30.3 percent shooting from the three-point line, and 80.9 percent shooting from the free-throw line.</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

Fred VanVleet shares eye-opening take on Raptors fans in Toronto return

<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en" lang="en">    <head>        <script>   (function(i, s, o, g, r, a, m) {     i["GoogleAnalyticsObject"] = r;     i[r] = i[r] || function() {       (i[r].q = i[r].q || []).push(arguments)     }, i[r].l = 1 * new Date();     a = s.createElement(o),       m = s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];     a.async = 1;     a.src = g;     m.parentNode.insertBefore(a, m)   })(window, document, "script", "https://www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js", "ga");   ga('create', 'UA-66147751-16', {     'storage': 'none',     'clientId': localStorage.getItem('ga:clientId')   });   ga(function(tracker) {     localStorage.setItem('ga:clientId', tracker.get('clientId'));   });   ga('set', 'checkProtocolTask', null);      ga('set', 'page', '/rockets-news-is-fred-vanvleet-playing-warriors-latest-injury-update');   ga('set', 'title', 'Is Rockets’ Fred VanVleet playing vs. Warriors? Latest injury update');   ga('send', 'pageview');</script>        <style type="text/css" media="all">            body {    background: transparent;    margin: 0px;}h1, h2, h3 {    color: #DDDDDD;    font-family: "SFUIText-Semibold";    margin: 30px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 21px;    line-height: 125%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}header {    margin: 0px;    height: 0px;    display: none;}p {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 15px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}p > img {    margin-left: -15px;    width: calc(100% + 30px);}a {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;    text-decoration: underline;}ul {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 3px 10px 3px 10px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}ol {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}img {    margin: 0px;    width: 100%;    height: auto;}blockquote {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Medium";    margin: 30px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 19px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}blockquote p {    margin: 0px;}.op-tracker, .op-ad {    display: none;    height: 0px;}article > figure {    margin: 0px;}figcaption {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 10px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 13px;}iframe {    width: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;    margin: 0px;    border: 0;}.vine-embed {    height: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;}.twitter-tweet, .instagram-media {    margin-left: 15px !important;    margin-right: 15px !important;    width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;}.clutchpoints-widget {    /*margin: 10px 15px 10px 15px !important;*/    /*margin-top: 1px !important;*/    padding-top: 10px;    /*margin-left: 15px !important;*/    /*margin-right: 15px !important;*/    /*width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;*/}        </style>        <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=UTF-8" />    </head>    <body>        <article id="mvp-content-main"><header><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Rockets-news-Is-Fred-VanVleet-playing-vs.-Warriors-Latest-injury-update.jpg"></figure><h1>Is Rockets’ Fred VanVleet playing vs. Warriors? Latest injury update</h1><time class="op-published" datetime="2024-12-05T14:24:37-08:00">December 5th, 2:24pm</time><time class="op-modified" datetime="2024-12-05T15:28:46-08:00">December 5th, 3:28pm</time><address><a>Kris Pursiainen</a>Kris Pursiainen is an Associate Editor for all sports based in the NJ/NYC area. Kris brings several years of experience reporting on and writing about professional teams to the table. With experience all over the country as a New York Knicks, New York Jets, New York Mets, Super Bowl LVIII, and Big East beat reporter, Kris has been breaking news and reporting on the NBA, NFL, MLB, and college basketball landscapes for years. Kris is a proud graduate of Fordham University.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">Golden State Warriors</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>The <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/rockets-vs-warriors-prediction-odds-pick-12-5-2024">Houston Rockets visit the Golden State Warriors</a> on Thursday night. Tari Eason, Cam Whitmore, and several other Rockets players are listed as “out” on the official NBA <a href="https://ak-static.cms.nba.com/referee/injury/Injury-Report_2024-12-05_12PM.pdf" rel="noopener">injury report</a>. Point guard Fred VanVleet is the only Houston player with a designation of “questionable.” Here’s everything we know about Fred VanVleet’s injury and his playing status vs. the Warriors.</p><p><b><i>*Watch NBA games LIVE with fuboTV </i></b><b><i>(<a href="https://www.fubo.tv/lp/nba/?irad=356361&amp;irmp=492408" rel="noopener sponsored">Get Access | Save $30</a></i></b><i>)</i><b><i>*</i></b></p><h2><b>Fred VanVleet injury status vs. Warriors</b></h2><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Fred-Van-Vleet-Sengun-Green-Rockets.jpg"><figcaption>Troy Taormina-Imagn Images</figcaption></figure><p>Given Fred VanVleet is questionable on the injury report, it’s still unknown whether or not he’ll suit up against the Warriors. VanVleet has missed time this season with a hamstring injury, but Wednesday was the first time this knee contusion was on an injury report.</p><p>His status has never been “doubtful” or “out” because of the injury. It seems the point guard will test the knee out and see if he feels comfortable enough to play. But that’s all we know about his status as of now.</p><p>Wednesday night’s matchup between the Rockets and Warriors is an important one for both teams. Houston comes in as the Western Conference’s second seed with their 15-7 record. The team has won seven of its last 10 games despite dropping one in Sacramento on Tuesday night.</p><p>Golden State is only two games back of Houston. But they’ve only won four of their last 10 games <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/warriors-news-draymond-green-sends-nsfw-warning-golden-state">and have lost five straight</a> ahead of hosting Houston on Thursday night. Thursday night’s game against the Rockets is an opportunity for the team to snap the losing streak and get back on track.</p><p>If VanVleet does play, he has to get back on track in his own way for the Rockets to have a chance to win on the road. Golden State has a strong home-court advantage and VanVleet’s last road game in California <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/rockets-news-ime-udoka-fiery-nsfw-rant-officials-after-emotional-loss-kings">did not go well</a>.</p><p>In 37 minutes against the Kings in NBA Cup action, the point guard scored 13 points on 6-of-17 shooting and only made one of his 10 3-point attempts. VanVleet is on track to have the lowest 3-point percentage of his career despite taking the fewest shots from behind the arc since the 2019-20 season in Toronto.</p><p>It’s still unknown whether Fred VanVleet will play against the Warriors or not. But if he can, he and his opponent will have chips on their shoulders.</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

Is Rockets’ Fred VanVleet playing vs. Warriors? Latest injury update

<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en" lang="en">    <head>        <script>   (function(i, s, o, g, r, a, m) {     i["GoogleAnalyticsObject"] = r;     i[r] = i[r] || function() {       (i[r].q = i[r].q || []).push(arguments)     }, i[r].l = 1 * new Date();     a = s.createElement(o),       m = s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];     a.async = 1;     a.src = g;     m.parentNode.insertBefore(a, m)   })(window, document, "script", "https://www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js", "ga");   ga('create', 'UA-66147751-16', {     'storage': 'none',     'clientId': localStorage.getItem('ga:clientId')   });   ga(function(tracker) {     localStorage.setItem('ga:clientId', tracker.get('clientId'));   });   ga('set', 'checkProtocolTask', null);      ga('set', 'page', '/rockets-news-fred-vanvleet-message-alperen-sengun-ot-takeover-pure-gold');   ga('set', 'title', 'Fred VanVleet’s message to Alperen Sengun after OT takeover is pure gold');   ga('send', 'pageview');</script>        <style type="text/css" media="all">            body {    background: transparent;    margin: 0px;}h1, h2, h3 {    color: #DDDDDD;    font-family: "SFUIText-Semibold";    margin: 30px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 21px;    line-height: 125%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}header {    margin: 0px;    height: 0px;    display: none;}p {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 15px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}p > img {    margin-left: -15px;    width: calc(100% + 30px);}a {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;    text-decoration: underline;}ul {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 3px 10px 3px 10px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}ol {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}img {    margin: 0px;    width: 100%;    height: auto;}blockquote {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Medium";    margin: 30px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 19px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}blockquote p {    margin: 0px;}.op-tracker, .op-ad {    display: none;    height: 0px;}article > figure {    margin: 0px;}figcaption {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 10px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 13px;}iframe {    width: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;    margin: 0px;    border: 0;}.vine-embed {    height: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;}.twitter-tweet, .instagram-media {    margin-left: 15px !important;    margin-right: 15px !important;    width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;}.clutchpoints-widget {    /*margin: 10px 15px 10px 15px !important;*/    /*margin-top: 1px !important;*/    padding-top: 10px;    /*margin-left: 15px !important;*/    /*margin-right: 15px !important;*/    /*width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;*/}        </style>        <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=UTF-8" />    </head>    <body>        <article id="mvp-content-main"><header><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Rockets-news-Fred-VanVleets-message-to-Alperen-Sengun-after-OT-takeover-is-pure-gold.jpg"></figure><h1>Fred VanVleet’s message to Alperen Sengun after OT takeover is pure gold</h1><time class="op-published" datetime="2024-11-27T22:36:08-08:00">November 27th, 10:36pm</time><time class="op-modified" datetime="2024-11-27T22:36:08-08:00">November 27th, 10:36pm</time><address><a>Michael Aaron Gomez</a>Michael Aaron Gomez is a creative writer and longtime NBA fan. He has been a fan of the Lakers since the three-peat but believes LeBron James is the greatest player of all time.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">Houston Rockets</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>The Houston Rockets outlasted the Philadelphia 76ers in overtime, 122-115, on Wednesday, avoiding a trap game on the road against a bad team, and on the second night of a back-to-back. In the win, Jalen Green paced the Rockets with 41 points, but Alperen Sengun’s OT takeover lifted the team to victory, while Fred VanVleet struggled, scoring only 13 points in 42 minutes. Meanwhile, Tyrese Maxey scored 39 points in 45 minutes, in yet another game where co-stars <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/76ers-news-joel-embiid-paul-george-ruled-out-vs-rockets">Paul George and Joel Embiid did not play</a>.</p><p>Prior to overtime, Sengun had struggled, but he suddenly woke up in overtime, scoring most of the Rockets’ points, and VanVleet told him about it after the game.</p><p>According to Rockets coach Ime Udoka, “Fred VanVleet <a href="https://x.com/clutchfans/status/1861969527820439879" rel="noopener">looked at his fake watch</a> and told Sengun, ‘Thanks for showing up at 9:30,'” per ClutchFans on X, formerly Twitter.</p><h2><b>Rockets def. 76ers, sit on 3rd in the West</b></h2><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Fred-VanVleet-and-Alperen-Sengun-high-fiving.jpg"><figcaption>© Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images</figcaption></figure><p>Before beating the undermanned 76ers, the Rockets had already shown flashes of improvement last season, missing the play-in tournament only by a hair, and now they’ve taken things to another level.</p><p>With the win, they now have 14 wins on the season, most in the Western conference, though they sit in third because they have more losses than the Thunder and the Warriors.</p><p>Moreover, Alperen Sengun’s performance may have <a href="https://www.si.com/nba/76ers/news/76ers-head-coach-explains-ot-struggles-vs-rockets-star-alperen-sengun" rel="noopener">made a strong case</a> for him being the actual best player on the Rockets, Fred VanVleet could be right in that the Turkish swingman needs to show up earlier in games.</p><p>A clearly inferior team in the 76ers shouldn’t have taken the Rockets to overtime, but then these so-called “trap games” are the games contenders need to win if they want to make a run in the postseason.</p><p>Meanwhile, the Sixers’ woes continue. This loss has given them a 3-14 record, second-worst in the entire league, just ahead of the 2-15 Washington Wizards, currently on a 12-game losing streak despite strong performances from <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/nba-rumors-alex-sarr-gaining-serious-wizards-momentum-before-draft">No. 2 overall pick Alex Sarr.</a></p><p>Even after <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/76ers-news-tyrese-maxey-calls-out-joel-embiid-team-meeting-heat-debacle">Maxey called out Embiid in a team meeting</a> recently, it still wouldn’t matter if the former MVP couldn’t play anyway.</p><p>Besides Embiid, <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/76ers-news-philly-makes-paul-george-splash-free-agency">major free agency acquisition Paul George</a> has only played in eight games due to injury, while latest role player Caleb Martin did not play against Houston due to back soreness.</p><p>These developments are unfortunate for the 76ers, billed as title contenders in the offseason because of their roster moves.</p><p>However, injuries have turned a promising year into a disaster, with Maxey looking like 2005 Kobe Bryant leading a group of role players and reserves to a losing season.</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

Fred VanVleet’s message to Alperen Sengun after OT takeover is pure gold

<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en" lang="en">    <head>        <script>   (function(i, s, o, g, r, a, m) {     i["GoogleAnalyticsObject"] = r;     i[r] = i[r] || function() {       (i[r].q = i[r].q || []).push(arguments)     }, i[r].l = 1 * new Date();     a = s.createElement(o),       m = s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];     a.async = 1;     a.src = g;     m.parentNode.insertBefore(a, m)   })(window, document, "script", "https://www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js", "ga");   ga('create', 'UA-66147751-16', {     'storage': 'none',     'clientId': localStorage.getItem('ga:clientId')   });   ga(function(tracker) {     localStorage.setItem('ga:clientId', tracker.get('clientId'));   });   ga('set', 'checkProtocolTask', null);      ga('set', 'page', '/rockets-news-fred-vanvleet-hefty-fine-outburst-officials');   ga('set', 'title', 'Rockets’ Fred VanVleet hit with hefty fine for outburst against officials');   ga('send', 'pageview');</script>        <style type="text/css" media="all">            body {    background: transparent;    margin: 0px;}h1, h2, h3 {    color: #DDDDDD;    font-family: "SFUIText-Semibold";    margin: 30px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 21px;    line-height: 125%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}header {    margin: 0px;    height: 0px;    display: none;}p {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 15px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}p > img {    margin-left: -15px;    width: calc(100% + 30px);}a {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;    text-decoration: underline;}ul {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 3px 10px 3px 10px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}ol {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}img {    margin: 0px;    width: 100%;    height: auto;}blockquote {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Medium";    margin: 30px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 19px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}blockquote p {    margin: 0px;}.op-tracker, .op-ad {    display: none;    height: 0px;}article > figure {    margin: 0px;}figcaption {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 10px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 13px;}iframe {    width: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;    margin: 0px;    border: 0;}.vine-embed {    height: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;}.twitter-tweet, .instagram-media {    margin-left: 15px !important;    margin-right: 15px !important;    width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;}.clutchpoints-widget {    /*margin: 10px 15px 10px 15px !important;*/    /*margin-top: 1px !important;*/    padding-top: 10px;    /*margin-left: 15px !important;*/    /*margin-right: 15px !important;*/    /*width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;*/}        </style>        <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=UTF-8" />    </head>    <body>        <article id="mvp-content-main"><header><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Rockets-news-Fred-VanVleet-hit-with-hefty-fine-for-outburst-against-officials.jpg"></figure><h1>Rockets’ Fred VanVleet hit with hefty fine for outburst against officials</h1><time class="op-published" datetime="2024-11-25T11:46:45-08:00">November 25th, 11:46am</time><time class="op-modified" datetime="2024-11-25T13:45:07-08:00">November 25th, 1:45pm</time><address><a>Matt De Lima</a>Matt De Lima is an Associate Editor for NFL and college football at ClutchPoints. He has been covering sports for over 12 years at sites like Sports Illustrated, The Game Day, and countless others. Born and raised in California, he is a graduate of Virginia Tech and a diehard Hokies fan who now resides in southern Maryland.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">Houston Rockets</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>In overreacting to being ejected on Saturday night, <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/rockets-news-fred-vanvleet-nearly-jabs-ref-face-ejection-storm-off">Fred VanVleet stormed toward</a> an NBA official, pointing at him with his arm fully extended. As he walked hard toward the official, VanVleet kept repeating profanities during the Houston Rockets’ game against the Portland Trail Blazers. The NBA attempted to <a href="https://x.com/TheSteinLine/status/1861121374804205884" rel="noopener">course-correct his mistake</a> by fining VanVleet $50,000, per insider Marc Stein.</p><p>“Houston Rockets guard Fred VanVleet has been fined $50,000 for confronting and directing profane language toward the officiating staff near the conclusion of the Rockets’ 104-98 loss to the Portland Trail Blazers on Nov. 23 at Toyota Center, it was announced today by Joe Dumars, Executive Vice President, Head of Basketball Operations.”</p><p>VanVleet received a technical after being called for an offensive foul with 4.1 seconds left in the game. After Anfernee Simmons made the technical free throw for the Blazers, VanVleet was ejected.</p><h2><b>Rockets have a good thing going to start season</b></h2><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Rockets-Fred-VanVleet-bringing-the-ball-up-court.jpg"><figcaption>Troy Taormina-Imagn Images</figcaption></figure><p>While this ejection and fine came from frustration in the heat of the moment, the Houston Rockets have much more going for them. They are certainly playing inspired basketball to begin the 2024-25 season.</p><p>In Brett Siegel’s latest ClutchPoints <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/nba-power-rankings-24-25-week-5-spurs-news-heights-76ers-rock-bottom">NBA Power Rankings</a>, the Rockets moved down one spot to No. 6.</p><p>“So far, the Houston Rockets have been the biggest surprise in the Western Conference. Then again, Ime Udoka’s group showed flashes of what they were capable of doing last season, so it shouldn’t be all that shocking to see this young group beginning to take major steps forward together.</p><p>Like the Magic, Houston is putting in work defensively, and they are forcing their opponents into tough shots. The Rockets are allowing their opponents to shoot 42.7 percent from the floor and 34.3 percent from three-point range, which rank second and fifth in the league, respectively. If it wasn’t for some lackluster offensive play that led to losses against the Milwaukee Bucks and Portland Trail Blazers last week, the Rockets would be sitting at the top of the conference riding a nine-game win streak. This Rockets team is legit and needs to be taken seriously as a threat each and every night.”</p><p>The Rockets also have two unlikely players who are <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/nba-rumors-insider-reveals-two-rockets-who-are-untouchable-in-trade-talks">considered untouchable</a> in trade negotiations, according to ESPN’s Brian Windhorst.</p><p>“The Rockets and Warriors are kind of in the same boat. They’re playing a lot of guys, they’ve got some young guys they like, and they’ve got picks at their disposal and players to trade,” Brian Windhorst said. “The question is will they like what they’ve got in January or will they look to upgrade. There are some teams that have been watching the Rockets, waiting to see if they move, and the message that they’ve sent out that those two guys, Tari Eason and Amen Thompson, guys that they’ve drafted in the last three years are untouchable. Now everything in life is a negotiation, especially in the NBA, but I’m told those guys are untouchable.”</p><p>The Rockets travel to Minneapolis to play the Timberwolves on Tuesday, November 26, at 8:00 p.m. EST.</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

Rockets’ Fred VanVleet hit with hefty fine for outburst against officials

<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en" lang="en">    <head>        <script>   (function(i, s, o, g, r, a, m) {     i["GoogleAnalyticsObject"] = r;     i[r] = i[r] || function() {       (i[r].q = i[r].q || []).push(arguments)     }, i[r].l = 1 * new Date();     a = s.createElement(o),       m = s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];     a.async = 1;     a.src = g;     m.parentNode.insertBefore(a, m)   })(window, document, "script", "https://www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js", "ga");   ga('create', 'UA-66147751-16', {     'storage': 'none',     'clientId': localStorage.getItem('ga:clientId')   });   ga(function(tracker) {     localStorage.setItem('ga:clientId', tracker.get('clientId'));   });   ga('set', 'checkProtocolTask', null);      ga('set', 'page', '/rockets-news-fred-vanvleet-nearly-jabs-ref-face-ejection-storm-off');   ga('set', 'title', 'Rockets’ Fred VanVleet nearly jabs ref in face during ejection storm-off');   ga('send', 'pageview');</script>        <style type="text/css" media="all">            body {    background: transparent;    margin: 0px;}h1, h2, h3 {    color: #DDDDDD;    font-family: "SFUIText-Semibold";    margin: 30px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 21px;    line-height: 125%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}header {    margin: 0px;    height: 0px;    display: none;}p {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 15px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}p > img {    margin-left: -15px;    width: calc(100% + 30px);}a {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;    text-decoration: underline;}ul {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 3px 10px 3px 10px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}ol {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}img {    margin: 0px;    width: 100%;    height: auto;}blockquote {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Medium";    margin: 30px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 19px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}blockquote p {    margin: 0px;}.op-tracker, .op-ad {    display: none;    height: 0px;}article > figure {    margin: 0px;}figcaption {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 10px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 13px;}iframe {    width: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;    margin: 0px;    border: 0;}.vine-embed {    height: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;}.twitter-tweet, .instagram-media {    margin-left: 15px !important;    margin-right: 15px !important;    width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;}.clutchpoints-widget {    /*margin: 10px 15px 10px 15px !important;*/    /*margin-top: 1px !important;*/    padding-top: 10px;    /*margin-left: 15px !important;*/    /*margin-right: 15px !important;*/    /*width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;*/}        </style>        <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=UTF-8" />    </head>    <body>        <article id="mvp-content-main"><header><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Rockets-news-Fred-VanVleet-nearly-jabs-ref-in-face-during-ejection-storm-off.jpg"></figure><h1>Rockets’ Fred VanVleet nearly jabs ref in face during ejection storm-off</h1><time class="op-published" datetime="2024-11-24T09:31:56-08:00">November 24th, 9:31am</time><time class="op-modified" datetime="2024-11-25T15:55:36-08:00">November 25th, 3:55pm</time><address><a>Malik Brown</a>Malik Brown is a multimedia reporter based in Atlanta who covers the Hawks and Dream for ClutchPoints. Malik has worked in entertainment and sports, and he specializes in the NBA and NFL.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">Houston Rockets</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>Fred VanVleet was given a technical foul and ejected during the final seconds of the Houston <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/trail-blazers-vs-rockets-prediction-odds-pick-11-23-2024">Rockets game against the Portland Trail Blazers</a> on Sunday. As VanVleet was leaving the court, he nearly put his <a href="https://x.com/Digits3App/status/1860680690406420806?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Etweet" rel="noopener">finger in one of the referees’ faces</a> and said, “You a b—-.”</p><figure class="op-interactive"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p dir="ltr" lang="en">Fred VanVleet to a ref after getting ejected from the game 👀</p><p>“You a b*tch”<a href="https://t.co/D4SK0TsXvN">pic.twitter.com/D4SK0TsXvN</a></p><p>— Digits Sports App (@Digits3App) <a href="https://twitter.com/Digits3App/status/1860680690406420806?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 24, 2024</a></p></blockquote><p><script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></p></figure><p>VanVleet was initially given a technical after he was called for an offensive foul and shared his frustration with the refs. The Rockets guard apparently used vulgar language toward the refs and pointed at all three of them, which warranted the tech.</p><p>If VanVleet made contact with the ref while he was walking off the court, there’s a good chance that a suspension or <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/rockets-news-fred-vanvleet-hefty-fine-outburst-officials">fine could be brewing</a> for him. Anytime someone makes contact with a ref, more likely than not, they won’t play in the next game. Even if he didn’t make contact with the ref, the league still may suspend him for trying to do so.</p><h2>Rockets starting off the season strong</h2><p>The Rockets did end up losing the game against the Blazers, but that’s not to take away from the way they’ve been playing this season. They’re currently 12-6 and near the top of the Western Conference, and it hasn’t been one main player doing all the work on the team.</p><p>The <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/rockets-news-alperen-sengun-makes-nba-history-in-houstons-pacers-drubbing">young players are stepping up</a>, while the vets on the team, such as Fred VanVleet and Dillon Brooks, have been solid pieces surrounding them.</p><p>Late last season, the Rockets were one of the hottest teams in the league, but they couldn’t cover enough ground to get into the play-in tournament. This time around, it looks like they want to avoid that at all costs and start the season strong so they don’t have to fight at the end of the season.</p><p>It’ll be interesting to see where the Rockets rank toward the end of the season and if they’ll still be one of the top teams in the Western Conference.</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

Rockets’ Fred VanVleet nearly jabs ref in face during ejection storm-off

<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en" lang="en">    <head>        <script>   (function(i, s, o, g, r, a, m) {     i["GoogleAnalyticsObject"] = r;     i[r] = i[r] || function() {       (i[r].q = i[r].q || []).push(arguments)     }, i[r].l = 1 * new Date();     a = s.createElement(o),       m = s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];     a.async = 1;     a.src = g;     m.parentNode.insertBefore(a, m)   })(window, document, "script", "https://www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js", "ga");   ga('create', 'UA-66147751-16', {     'storage': 'none',     'clientId': localStorage.getItem('ga:clientId')   });   ga(function(tracker) {     localStorage.setItem('ga:clientId', tracker.get('clientId'));   });   ga('set', 'checkProtocolTask', null);      ga('set', 'page', '/spurs-news-jeremy-sochan-rockets-fred-vanvleet-engage-heated-postgame-moment');   ga('set', 'title', 'Spurs’ Jeremy Sochan, Rockets’ Fred VanVleet engage in heated postgame moment');   ga('send', 'pageview');</script>        <style type="text/css" media="all">            body {    background: transparent;    margin: 0px;}h1, h2, h3 {    color: #DDDDDD;    font-family: "SFUIText-Semibold";    margin: 30px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 21px;    line-height: 125%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}header {    margin: 0px;    height: 0px;    display: none;}p {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 15px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}p > img {    margin-left: -15px;    width: calc(100% + 30px);}a {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;    text-decoration: underline;}ul {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 3px 10px 3px 10px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}ol {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}img {    margin: 0px;    width: 100%;    height: auto;}blockquote {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Medium";    margin: 30px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 19px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}blockquote p {    margin: 0px;}.op-tracker, .op-ad {    display: none;    height: 0px;}article > figure {    margin: 0px;}figcaption {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 10px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 13px;}iframe {    width: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;    margin: 0px;    border: 0;}.vine-embed {    height: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;}.twitter-tweet, .instagram-media {    margin-left: 15px !important;    margin-right: 15px !important;    width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;}.clutchpoints-widget {    /*margin: 10px 15px 10px 15px !important;*/    /*margin-top: 1px !important;*/    padding-top: 10px;    /*margin-left: 15px !important;*/    /*margin-right: 15px !important;*/    /*width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;*/}        </style>        <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=UTF-8" />    </head>    <body>        <article id="mvp-content-main"><header><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Spurs-News-Jeremy-Sochan-Rockets-Fred-VanVleet-engage-in-heated-postgame-moment-1.jpg"></figure><h1>Spurs’ Jeremy Sochan, Rockets’ Fred VanVleet engage in heated postgame moment</h1><time class="op-published" datetime="2024-10-29T12:45:30-07:00">October 29th, 12:45pm</time><time class="op-modified" datetime="2024-10-29T12:45:30-07:00">October 29th, 12:45pm</time><address><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@LedesmaHector">Hector Ledesma</a>Hector Ledesma has been covering the Spurs in San Antonio since 2005, but he has been following them for even longer than that. An award-winning journalist born and raised in San Antonio, Hector has worked across all types of television and radio platforms. His work extends online and through social media (@HectorLedesmaTV) where he continues that work with ClutchPoints.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">Mini-Editorials</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>Immediately after the final buzzer sounded in the San Antonio Spurs 106-101 loss to the Houston Rockets Fred VanVleet confronted Spurs forward Jeremy Sochan and words were exchanged.</p><figure class="op-interactive"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p dir="ltr" lang="en">Fred Van VanVleet had some words for Jeremy Sochan after the game<a href="https://t.co/YFtOSWOCCU">pic.twitter.com/YFtOSWOCCU</a></p><p>— Oh No He Didn't (@ohnohedidnt24) <a href="https://twitter.com/ohnohedidnt24/status/1851090830171283890?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 29, 2024</a></p></blockquote><p><script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></p></figure><p>Asked about the exchange after the game, the <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/spurs-rising-star-jeremy-sochan-reflects-on-season-of-growth">third-year San Antonio forward</a> didn’t really answer.</p><p>“Nothing, nothing, I don’t know. It’s just being competitive so it is what it is in the end.”</p><p>When asked <a href="https://twitter.com/CTtheMicSlayer/status/1851096674808062284" rel="noopener">if he took the matter personally</a> by Carolina Teague of Spurfect Blog, Sochan responded more definitively.</p><p>“Never that. They do though,” he remarked with a grin.</p><p>The incident comes days after Sochan made an incendiary remark about the in-state foe. VanVleet famously criticized the Spurs Hall of Fame coach several years ago.</p><h2>Fred VanVleet and Jeremy Sochan in the past</h2><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Houston-Rockets-guard-Fred-VanVleet-5-shoots-over-San-Antonio-Spurs-forward-Jeremy-Sochan-10.jpg"><figcaption>Daniel Dunn-Imagn Images</figcaption></figure><p>Monday’s contest in which the Spurs rallied from what was once a 21-point deficit marked a second straight game between the two Southwest Division foes.</p><p>Before Saturday’s tilt, Sochan was asked if his team is forming a rivalry with the Rockets, who also feature a young core. His response?</p><p>“F— Houston.”</p><p>The former Baylor standout scored 17 points that night, only trailing <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/spurs-news-victor-wembanyama-unreal-logo-shot-rocket-scare-rest-of-nba">Victor Wembanyama’s game-high 29</a> (along with Houston’s Jalen Green). Sochan’s 12 rebounds were unmatched on either side in a 109-106 win that represented the Silver and Black’s first of the young season.</p><p>Monday he added 22 more to lead San Antonio, going 9-of-19 from the field after shooting 8-of-14 in the first outing against the franchise located a roughly two-and-a-half-hour drive down I-10 from the Alamo City.</p><p>For his part, VanVleet <a href="https://x.com/tom_orsborn/status/1851104628441575793" rel="noopener">declined to comment</a> about the post-game incident, but he did say that the Rockets don’t spend time thinking about Sochan according to Tom Orsborn of the San Antonio Express-News.</p><p>While VanVleet has become a consistent scorer in the NBA over the last several years, he made a name for himself league-wide during the 2019 Finals when he played very well for a Toronto Raptors squad that knocked off the hobbled two-time defending champion Golden State Warriors to the title.</p><p>During the subsequent celebratory parade, VanVleet said into what appeared to be a camera phone, “It wasn’t like this in SA, huh?”</p><p>VanVleet was referencing then-Toronto star Kawhi Leonard, who had famously forced his way out of San Antonio the summer before leading the Raptors to their first NBA championship.</p><p>“F— Pop,” the now 30-year-old guard said next. “I ain’t gonna do y’all dirty like that, but f— Pop.”</p><p>For their differences, there appears to be a common thread between VanVleet and Sochan.</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

Spurs’ Jeremy Sochan, Rockets’ Fred VanVleet engage in heated postgame moment

<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en" lang="en">    <head>        <script>   (function(i, s, o, g, r, a, m) {     i["GoogleAnalyticsObject"] = r;     i[r] = i[r] || function() {       (i[r].q = i[r].q || []).push(arguments)     }, i[r].l = 1 * new Date();     a = s.createElement(o),       m = s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];     a.async = 1;     a.src = g;     m.parentNode.insertBefore(a, m)   })(window, document, "script", "https://www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js", "ga");   ga('create', 'UA-66147751-16', {     'storage': 'none',     'clientId': localStorage.getItem('ga:clientId')   });   ga(function(tracker) {     localStorage.setItem('ga:clientId', tracker.get('clientId'));   });   ga('set', 'checkProtocolTask', null);      ga('set', 'page', '/fred-vanvleet-net-worth');   ga('set', 'title', 'Fred VanVleet’s net worth in 2024');   ga('send', 'pageview');</script>        <style type="text/css" media="all">            body {    background: transparent;    margin: 0px;}h1, h2, h3 {    color: #DDDDDD;    font-family: "SFUIText-Semibold";    margin: 30px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 21px;    line-height: 125%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}header {    margin: 0px;    height: 0px;    display: none;}p {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 15px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}p > img {    margin-left: -15px;    width: calc(100% + 30px);}a {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;    text-decoration: underline;}ul {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 3px 10px 3px 10px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}ol {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}img {    margin: 0px;    width: 100%;    height: auto;}blockquote {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Medium";    margin: 30px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 19px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}blockquote p {    margin: 0px;}.op-tracker, .op-ad {    display: none;    height: 0px;}article > figure {    margin: 0px;}figcaption {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 10px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 13px;}iframe {    width: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;    margin: 0px;    border: 0;}.vine-embed {    height: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;}.twitter-tweet, .instagram-media {    margin-left: 15px !important;    margin-right: 15px !important;    width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;}.clutchpoints-widget {    /*margin: 10px 15px 10px 15px !important;*/    /*margin-top: 1px !important;*/    padding-top: 10px;    /*margin-left: 15px !important;*/    /*margin-right: 15px !important;*/    /*width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;*/}        </style>        <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=UTF-8" />    </head>    <body>        <article id="mvp-content-main"><header><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Fred-VanVleets-net-worth-in-2024.jpg"></figure><h1>Fred VanVleet’s net worth in 2024</h1><time class="op-published" datetime="2024-09-30T14:20:04-07:00">September 30th, 2:20pm</time><time class="op-modified" datetime="2024-09-30T14:21:22-07:00">September 30th, 2:21pm</time><address><a href="https://www.facebook.com/spencersee10" rel="facebook">Spencer See</a>Spencer See is a part-time writer at ClutchPoints focusing on the NBA, evergreen content and celebrity lifestyle. He is also a lifelong fan of LeBron James. In his free time, he either goes fishing or watches basketball.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">Editorials</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>Fred VanVleet’s net worth in 2024 is $20 million. VanVleet is a professional basketball player who recently signed to play for the Houston Rockets in the NBA. He is a NBA champion and an All-Star. Here’s a closer look at Fred VanVleet’s net worth in 2024.</p><h2>What is Fred VanVleet’s net worth in 2024?: $20 million (estimate)</h2><figure class="op-interactive"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p dir="ltr" lang="en">VanVleet and fleet move on! Junior guard drops 27 as No. 7 Wichita State escapes No. 10 Indiana, 81-76. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MarchMadness?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MarchMadness</a> <a href="http://t.co/Bh9QsWL1Jl">pic.twitter.com/Bh9QsWL1Jl</a></p><p>— NCAA March Madness (@MarchMadnessMBB) <a href="https://twitter.com/MarchMadnessMBB/status/579028292633812994?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 20, 2015</a></p></blockquote><p><script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></p></figure><p>Fred VanVleet’s net worth in 2024 <a href="https://www.celebritynetworth.com/richest-athletes/nba/fred-vanvleet-net-worth/" rel="noopener">is $20 million</a>. This is according to reputable outlets such as Celebrity Net Worth.</p><p>Fred VanVleet was born on February 25, 1994, in Rockford, Ill. He attended Auburn High School. In high school, VanVleet averaged 15.6 points, 5.9 rebounds, and 4.6 dimes per game. After a stellar high school career, he was considered to be a four-star recruit and decided to join Wichita State.</p><p>VanVleet played for four seasons at Wichita State. He averaged 10.2 points, 4.5 assists, and 3.3 rebounds per game. For his efforts, VanVleet also earned several distinctions, including three First Team All-Missouri Valley Conference selections, two MVC Player of the Year Awards, and became a three-time AP Honorable Mention All-American.</p><h2>Fred VanVleet signs with Toronto Raptors as undrafted free agent</h2><p>After a decorated college basketball career, VanVleet declared for the 2016 NBA Draft. Unfortunately, the Wichita State star went undrafted. However, VanVleet did earn a roster spot at the Toronto Raptors’ Summer League roster that year.</p><p>He impressed in the Summer League by leading the Raptors and averaged 18.8 points and five assists per game. Afterwards, VanVleet’s Summer League stint earned him a two-year deal with the Raptors <a href="https://www.949wdkb.com/rockfords-fred-vanvleet-signs-record-breaking-contract-with-toronto-raptors/" rel="noopener">worth $1.45 million</a>.</p><p>VanVleet’s rookie year in the NBA was forgettable. He only averaged 2.9 points per outing. However, it’s worth noting that he also plied his time in the NBA G-League, where he played for the Toronto Raptors’ D-League affiliate the Raptors 905. VanVleet averaged 16.9 points, 7.6 assists, and 3.4 rebounds per outing to help the team win the D-League championship.</p><p>During his sophomore season in the NBA, VanVleet had better averages off the bench. Playing in 76 games, he tallied 8.6 points and 3.2 assists per outing. During the 2018 offseason, the Wichita State star nabbed a two-year, <a href="https://bleacherreport.com/articles/2775283-report-fred-vanvleet-raptors-agree-to-2-year-18m-contract" rel="noopener">$18 million deal</a> with the Raptors.</p><h2>Fred VanVleet’s breakout season with the Toronto Raptors</h2><figure class="op-interactive"></figure><p>The 2019-2020 season served as VanVleet’s breakout year. During the season, VanVleet became the Raptors’ resident starting point guard. He averaged 17.6 points, 6.6 assists, and 3.8 rebounds per game.</p><p>But more importantly, VanVleet would play an instrumental role in helping the Raptors defeat the Orlando Magic, Philadelphia 76ers and Milwaukee Bucks to clinch the franchise’s first-ever NBA Finals appearance. If that wasn’t enough, VanVleet would also help the Raptors win the franchise’s first-ever NBA title at the expense of the Golden State Warriors’ dynasty.</p><p>In the Finals, VanVleet averaged 14.0 points, 2.7 rebounds, and 2.2 assists per outing to finish off Stephen Curry and the Warriors in six games.</p><h2>Fred VanVleet’s first big contract with the Toronto Raptors</h2><p>After VanVleet’s contract expired, the NBA champion earned a more lucrative contract to re-sign with the Raptors. <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/raptors-news-fred-vanvleet-agrees-to-4-year-85m-deal-to-stay-in-toronto" rel="noopener">VanVleet signed a four-year contract</a> worth $85 million. To repay the Raptors organization, VanVleet had another impressive season. In the 2020-2021 season, he averaged 19.6 points, 6.3 assists, and 4.2 rebounds per game.</p><p>The season also saw him break the Raptors franchise record by exploding for 54 points, spiked by a record-breaking 11 threes, against the Orlando Magic. The <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/raptors-news-fred-vanvleet-breaks-multiple-records-in-54-point-explosion" rel="noopener">54-point performance by VanVleet</a> was the most points for an undrafted NBA player and the most in franchise history for a single game.</p><p>One season later, VanVleet registered a career high in scoring with 20.3 points per game to go along with 6.7 assists and 4.4 rebounds. Those numbers were good enough for VanVleet to make his first-ever All-Star Game appearance.</p><p>A season later, VanVleet followed it up with another spectacular season with averages of 19.3 points, a career-high 7.2 assists per outing, and 4.1 rebounds per game.</p><h2>Fred VanVleet signs with the Houston Rockets</h2><p>During the 2023 offseason, the NBA champion decided to leave Toronto as a free agent. <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/rockets-news-fred-vanvleet-free-agency-3-year-130-million-contract" rel="noopener">VanVleet signed a three-year contract</a>, worth $130 million to join the rebuilding Houston Rockets.</p><p>The deal was easily the biggest NBA contract ever signed by VanVleet. But more importantly, the deal was the biggest deal ever <a href="https://bleacherreport.com/articles/10081473-fred-vanvleet-forever-indebted-to-raptors-after-signing-historic-rockets-contract" rel="noopener">signed by an undrafted player</a> in NBA history. It also will certainly help his net worth in 2024 continue to grow.</p><p>In VanVleet’s first season in Houston, he averaged 17.4 points, 3.8 rebounds and a career-high 8.1 assists per game. The Rockets went 41-41 after winning just 22 games the season before.</p><h2>Fred VanVleet’s endorsement deals</h2><figure class="op-interactive"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p dir="ltr" lang="en">Update: Fred VanVleet officially signs with Li-Ning. <a href="https://t.co/1HKJTC0ggs">https://t.co/1HKJTC0ggs</a> <a href="https://t.co/saEbzgkQvK">pic.twitter.com/saEbzgkQvK</a></p><p>— Nick DePaula (@NickDePaula) <a href="https://twitter.com/NickDePaula/status/1328347836786720768?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 16, 2020</a></p></blockquote><p><script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></p></figure><p>With VanVleet’s rise to prominence, some brands have decided to partner up with the All-Star guard. In 2019, <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/raptors-news-fred-vanvleet-signs-deal-with-and-1" rel="noopener">VanVleet signed a shoe deal</a> with notable sneaker brand AND1. At one point, the Raptors star was considered to the face of the brand. However, just a year later, VanVleet decided to leave AND1 to <a href="https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/raptors-vanvleet-shoe-deal-chinese-brand-li-ning" rel="noopener">sign a shoe deal</a> with Chinese sports apparel giant Li-Ning.</p><p>VanVleet also was a finalist for the 2022 Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Social Justice Award, which was won by Reggie Bullock of the Dallas Mavericks.</p><p>VanVleet was lauded for a college scholarship he created for Black and Indigenous students in Canada and for a podcast he co-hosted that was “dedicated to shining a light on and uplifting struggling or up-and-coming BIPOC entrepreneurs shape their business to impact culture in a positive way.”</p><p>Nevertheless, were you at all stunned by Fred VanVleet’s net worth in 2024?</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

Fred VanVleet’s net worth in 2024

<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en" lang="en">    <head>        <script>   (function(i, s, o, g, r, a, m) {     i["GoogleAnalyticsObject"] = r;     i[r] = i[r] || function() {       (i[r].q = i[r].q || []).push(arguments)     }, i[r].l = 1 * new Date();     a = s.createElement(o),       m = s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];     a.async = 1;     a.src = g;     m.parentNode.insertBefore(a, m)   })(window, document, "script", "https://www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js", "ga");   ga('create', 'UA-66147751-16', {     'storage': 'none',     'clientId': localStorage.getItem('ga:clientId')   });   ga(function(tracker) {     localStorage.setItem('ga:clientId', tracker.get('clientId'));   });   ga('set', 'checkProtocolTask', null);      ga('set', 'page', '/rockets-news-houston-decision-fred-vanvleet-backup');   ga('set', 'title', 'Rockets make $10 million decision on Fred VanVleet backup');   ga('send', 'pageview');</script>        <style type="text/css" media="all">            body {    background: transparent;    margin: 0px;}h1, h2, h3 {    color: #DDDDDD;    font-family: "SFUIText-Semibold";    margin: 30px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 21px;    line-height: 125%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}header {    margin: 0px;    height: 0px;    display: none;}p {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 15px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}p > img {    margin-left: -15px;    width: calc(100% + 30px);}a {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;    text-decoration: underline;}ul {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 3px 10px 3px 10px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}ol {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}img {    margin: 0px;    width: 100%;    height: auto;}blockquote {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Medium";    margin: 30px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 19px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}blockquote p {    margin: 0px;}.op-tracker, .op-ad {    display: none;    height: 0px;}article > figure {    margin: 0px;}figcaption {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 10px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 13px;}iframe {    width: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;    margin: 0px;    border: 0;}.vine-embed {    height: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;}.twitter-tweet, .instagram-media {    margin-left: 15px !important;    margin-right: 15px !important;    width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;}.clutchpoints-widget {    /*margin: 10px 15px 10px 15px !important;*/    /*margin-top: 1px !important;*/    padding-top: 10px;    /*margin-left: 15px !important;*/    /*margin-right: 15px !important;*/    /*width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;*/}        </style>        <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=UTF-8" />    </head>    <body>        <article id="mvp-content-main"><header><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Houston-makes-10-million-decision-on-Fred-VanVleet-backup.jpg"></figure><h1>Rockets make $10 million decision on Fred VanVleet backup</h1><time class="op-published" datetime="2024-07-01T18:35:00-07:00">July 1st, 6:35pm</time><time class="op-modified" datetime="2024-07-01T18:35:00-07:00">July 1st, 6:35pm</time><address><a>Peter Sampson</a>Peter Sampson is ClutchPoints' Portland Trail Blazers reporter and also serves as an Associate Editor. He has been covering all things sports (with a focus on the Blazers) for more than a decade, most recently hosting "The Pulse with Peter Sampson" in Afternoon Drive for 750 The Game. Prior to that, he hosted an NBA wrap-up show that aired immediately at the conclusion of every Trail Blazers game. Peter had previous stops at Blazer's Edge and XRAY.FM - where his show "Blazer's Edge Radio" was named "Portland's Best Sports Radio" in the 2017 Willamette Week reader's poll. When he's not telling the stories of your favorite sports team, Peter can be found recording the next garage rock classic in his basement studio, whipping up an authentic Italian meal in the kitchen, or trying to figure out the appeal of Minecraft with his 9-year-old son in the living room.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">NBA</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>The Houston Rockets and free agent point guard Aaron Holiday have <a href="https://x.com/ShamsCharania/status/1807852386741878934" rel="noopener">agreed to a two-year deal</a>, per Shams Charania of The Athletic.</p><p>“Free agent guard Aaron Holiday plans to sign a two-year, $10 million deal to stay with the Houston Rockets, sources tell @TheAthletic @Stadium. Holiday played 78 games as a reserve guard for Rockets’ turnaround season last year.”</p><p>Holiday averaged 6.6 points on 44.6 percent shooting from the field and 38.7 percent from behind the arc for the Rockets last season.</p><p>He began the season as a vital reserve for Houston, but Amen Thompson’s emergence made Holiday’s minutes shrink and become inconsistent. His best game of the season took place during the Rockets 110-101 victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder on Dec. 6. He scored a season-best 22 points while shooting a career-best 6-of-7 from behind the arc.</p><p>Holiday began his career as a first-round pick in the 2018 NBA Draft by the Indiana Pacers. He spent time with the Atlanta Hawks, Washington Wizards, and Phoenix Suns before joining the Rockets in July 2023, holding career averages of 6.6 points and 2.1 assists per game.</p><h2><b>Rockets add Reed Sheppard to young core</b></h2><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Reed-Sheppard.jpg"><figcaption>© Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports</figcaption></figure><p>Despite fielding calls from the Memphis Grizzlies and Portland Trail Blazers, the Rockets stayed put and selected Reed Sheppard with the No. 3 pick in last Wednesday’s NBA Draft.</p><p>The Rockets already have a number of high-profile players as part of their young core, including Alperen Sengun, Jalen Green, Jabari Smith Jr, and Amen Thompson. Tari Eason and Cam Whitmore can be tossed into the mix as well, as key young pieces. With all this youthful talent, there has been talk of Houston looking to cash in some chips for a proven star after jumping from 22 wins to 41 wins. It remains to be seen whether or not the Rockets decide to do so, but it’s doubtful that Sheppard will be included in any trade discussions.</p><p>Sheppard will <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/rockets-news-reed-sheppard-dream-take-after-houston-turns-down-trade-talks-draft-him">bring elite shooting and efficiency</a> to Houston after his lone season at Kentucky saw him rocket up draft boards. The Wildcats star averaged 12.5 points, 4.5 assists and 4.1 rebounds while shooting a red-hot 53.6% from the field and 52.1% from 3-point range.</p><p>Sheppard is undersized after measuring just under 6-foot-2 without shoes and about 182 pounds at the combine, so there will be questions about how he’ll hold up defensively. He did <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/kentucky-basketball-news-reed-sheppard-vertical-at-nba-draft-combine">crush the vertical leap</a>, though, and his offense could wind up being so good it doesn’t matter.</p><p>As he gets started on a Houston team looking to take a step forward to compete under Ime Udoka, Sheppard will likely be deployed as a microwave sixth-man type off the bench behind Green and Fred VanVleet in the backcourt. Teams can never have enough shooting, and the Rockets ranked just 23rd in 3-point percentage this past season. He should be able to play a bit of point guard as well if needed.</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

Rockets make $10 million decision on Fred VanVleet backup

<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en" lang="en">    <head>        <script>   (function(i, s, o, g, r, a, m) {     i["GoogleAnalyticsObject"] = r;     i[r] = i[r] || function() {       (i[r].q = i[r].q || []).push(arguments)     }, i[r].l = 1 * new Date();     a = s.createElement(o),       m = s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];     a.async = 1;     a.src = g;     m.parentNode.insertBefore(a, m)   })(window, document, "script", "https://www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js", "ga");   ga('create', 'UA-66147751-16', {     'storage': 'none',     'clientId': localStorage.getItem('ga:clientId')   });   ga(function(tracker) {     localStorage.setItem('ga:clientId', tracker.get('clientId'));   });   ga('set', 'checkProtocolTask', null);      ga('set', 'page', '/mike-evans-goes-nuclear-on-nba-ref-with-fred-vanvleet-during-rockets-vs-clippers');   ga('set', 'title', 'Mike Evans goes nuclear on NBA ref with Fred VanVleet during Rockets vs Clippers');   ga('send', 'pageview');</script>        <style type="text/css" media="all">            body {    background: transparent;    margin: 0px;}h1, h2, h3 {    color: #DDDDDD;    font-family: "SFUIText-Semibold";    margin: 30px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 21px;    line-height: 125%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}header {    margin: 0px;    height: 0px;    display: none;}p {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 15px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}p > img {    margin-left: -15px;    width: calc(100% + 30px);}a {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;    text-decoration: underline;}ul {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 3px 10px 3px 10px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}ol {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}img {    margin: 0px;    width: 100%;    height: auto;}blockquote {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Medium";    margin: 30px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 19px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}blockquote p {    margin: 0px;}.op-tracker, .op-ad {    display: none;    height: 0px;}article > figure {    margin: 0px;}figcaption {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 10px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 13px;}iframe {    width: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;    margin: 0px;    border: 0;}.vine-embed {    height: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;}.twitter-tweet, .instagram-media {    margin-left: 15px !important;    margin-right: 15px !important;    width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;}.clutchpoints-widget {    /*margin: 10px 15px 10px 15px !important;*/    /*margin-top: 1px !important;*/    padding-top: 10px;    /*margin-left: 15px !important;*/    /*margin-right: 15px !important;*/    /*width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;*/}        </style>        <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=UTF-8" />    </head>    <body>        <article id="mvp-content-main"><header><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Buccaneers-news-Mike-Evans-goes-nuclear-on-NBA-ref-with-Fred-VanVleet-during-Rockets-vs-Clippers.jpg"><figcaption>3/7/24</figcaption></figure><h1>Mike Evans goes nuclear on NBA ref with Fred VanVleet during Rockets vs Clippers</h1><time class="op-published" datetime="2024-03-07T19:20:45-08:00">March 7th, 7:20pm</time><time class="op-modified" datetime="2024-03-07T19:20:45-08:00">March 7th, 7:20pm</time><address><a>Steve Silverman</a>Steve Silverman has been covering the NFL for more than 35 years, and his writing has appeared in ESPN Magazine, Bleacher Report, CBS Sports, Pro Football Weekly, and Forbes.com. He has written 10 books, including "Who's Better, Who's Best in the NFL." He has won multiple awards from the Pro Football Writers of America.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">NFL</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>Mike Evans of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers signed a <a href="https://www.spotrac.com/nfl/tampa-bay-buccaneers/mike-evans-14416/" rel="noopener">2-year, $41 million</a> contract to stay with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and that includes $29 million in guaranteed money. As a result, Evans does not have to worry about receiving a significant offer from<a href="https://clutchpoints.com/buccaneers-news-tampa-bay-franchise-tag-antoine-winfield-jr-long-term-contract" rel="noopener"> the Bucs</a> or any other team in free agency. He has taken care of his business and that means he can blow off some steam in the offseason.</p><p>Evans was doing just that at an NBA game between the Los Angeles Clippers and the Houston Rockets Wednesday night. Evans was sitting courtside in Houston when a call was made against Fred VanVleet of the Rockets in the fourth quarter of a tight game. As the call is made, both Evans and VanVleet <a href="https://bucswire.usatoday.com/2024/03/07/mike-evans-nba-ref-video-nfl-news-tampa-bay-buccaneers/?taid=65ea773126cd000001fe1277&amp;utm_campaign=trueanthem&amp;utm_medium=trueanthem&amp;utm_source=twitter" rel="noopener">can be seen</a> yelling at the official.</p><p>Neither player’s protests turned out to be effective as the Clippers emerged with a 122-116 victory. VanVleet had an effective game for the homestanding Rockets with 15 points, 4 rebounds and 8 assists.</p><p>Evans may be a star player in the NFL, but he was a top high school basketball player from Galveston, Texas. He still uses his basketball abilities on the football field, as he will wall off defenders with his big body as he gets in a rebounding position to make key catches for Tampa Bay.</p><p>Mike Evans has played for <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/nfl-rumors-buccaneers-mike-evans-contract-baker-mayfield-re-signing" rel="noopener">the Bucs</a> for 10 years since being selected as the No. 7 pick overall out of Texas A&amp;M in the 2014 NFL Draft. Evans has eclipsed the 1,000-yard receiving mark in each of his 10 seasons. Evans caught 79 passes for 1,255 yards and 13 touchdowns in 2023.</p><p> </p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

Mike Evans goes nuclear on NBA ref with Fred VanVleet during Rockets vs Clippers

<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en" lang="en">    <head>        <script>   (function(i, s, o, g, r, a, m) {     i["GoogleAnalyticsObject"] = r;     i[r] = i[r] || function() {       (i[r].q = i[r].q || []).push(arguments)     }, i[r].l = 1 * new Date();     a = s.createElement(o),       m = s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];     a.async = 1;     a.src = g;     m.parentNode.insertBefore(a, m)   })(window, document, "script", "https://www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js", "ga");   ga('create', 'UA-66147751-16', {     'storage': 'none',     'clientId': localStorage.getItem('ga:clientId')   });   ga(function(tracker) {     localStorage.setItem('ga:clientId', tracker.get('clientId'));   });   ga('set', 'checkProtocolTask', null);      ga('set', 'page', '/ex-raptor-fred-vanvleet-reacts-to-torontos-awesome-tribute-in-return');   ga('set', 'title', 'Ex-Raptor Fred VanVleet reacts to Toronto’s awesome tribute in return');   ga('send', 'pageview');</script>        <style type="text/css" media="all">            body {    background: transparent;    margin: 0px;}h1, h2, h3 {    color: #DDDDDD;    font-family: "SFUIText-Semibold";    margin: 30px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 21px;    line-height: 125%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}header {    margin: 0px;    height: 0px;    display: none;}p {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 15px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}p > img {    margin-left: -15px;    width: calc(100% + 30px);}a {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;    text-decoration: underline;}ul {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 3px 10px 3px 10px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}ol {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}img {    margin: 0px;    width: 100%;    height: auto;}blockquote {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Medium";    margin: 30px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 19px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}blockquote p {    margin: 0px;}.op-tracker, .op-ad {    display: none;    height: 0px;}article > figure {    margin: 0px;}figcaption {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 10px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 13px;}iframe {    width: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;    margin: 0px;    border: 0;}.vine-embed {    height: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;}.twitter-tweet, .instagram-media {    margin-left: 15px !important;    margin-right: 15px !important;    width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;}.clutchpoints-widget {    /*margin: 10px 15px 10px 15px !important;*/    /*margin-top: 1px !important;*/    padding-top: 10px;    /*margin-left: 15px !important;*/    /*margin-right: 15px !important;*/    /*width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;*/}        </style>        <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=UTF-8" />    </head>    <body>        <article id="mvp-content-main"><header><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Raptors_news_Fred_VanVleet_reacts_to_Toronto_s_awesome_tribute_in_return.webp"></figure><h1>Ex-Raptor Fred VanVleet reacts to Toronto’s awesome tribute in return</h1><time class="op-published" datetime="2024-02-10T15:07:05-08:00">February 10th, 3:07pm</time><time class="op-modified" datetime="2024-02-10T15:07:05-08:00">February 10th, 3:07pm</time><address><a>Nayan Brahmbhatt</a>Nayan Brahmbhatt is a recent graduate from Queen's University's Smith School of Business living in Toronto, Ontario. He is passionate about and has been involved in sports since a young age, and continues to reminisce about the (brief) time Kawhi spent in Toronto. Although he can talk shop about the Raptors and Ravens all day, what's really always on his mind is having finished his undergrad without having won a single fantasy or intramural league.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">NBA</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>In a poignant <a href="https://twitter.com/FredVanVleet/status/1756164972902862891" rel="noopener">display of appreciation and gratitude</a>, Fred VanVleet responded to Toronto’s heartfelt tribute with a simple yet powerful message: “Real Love ❤️🎲 4L” (meaning real love for life). The Raptors’ X account <a href="https://twitter.com/Raptors/status/1756117689364336692" rel="noopener">posted a tribute video</a> encapsulating VanVleet’s journey from being undrafted to becoming an NBA Champion, with a caption that read, “From undrafted ➡️ NBA Champion. Appreciate you for everything @FredVanVleet 🤝.”</p><p>The tweet, accompanied by VanVleet’s emotive response, resonated deeply with Raptors fans and the basketball community, capturing the essence of a player who defied odds, epitomized resilience, and left an indelible mark on the franchise.</p><p>Fred VanVleet’s return to Toronto as a member of the Houston Rockets was more than a homecoming; it was a reunion with the city that witnessed his transformation from an undrafted underdog to a beloved NBA figure. The Raptors’ tribute video served as a poignant reminder of VanVleet’s remarkable journey, a journey that mirrored the Raptors’ own ascent to the pinnacle of the basketball world.</p><p>The undrafted guard, affectionately known as FVV, shared an emotional connection with Toronto, and the fans reciprocated that sentiment. The tribute video chronicled VanVleet’s evolution from a relatively unknown player to a vital cog in the Raptors’ championship run in 2019. The visuals encapsulated the highs, the lows, the defining moments, and the unwavering spirit that characterized VanVleet’s time with the Raptors.</p><p>From barely playing in his first year to earning a spot in the starting lineup, VanVleet’s growth mirrored that of the Raptors during the franchise’s historic championship season. The “Bet on Yourself” slogan, which became synonymous with VanVleet’s journey, echoed the resilience and determination that defined both the player and the team.</p><p>As the video played, showcasing VanVleet’s memorable plays, his leadership on the court, and the cherished moments that endeared him to fans, the emotions were palpable. The crowd’s thunderous applause and VanVleet’s visible reaction reflected the reciprocal love and admiration between player and city.</p><p>In response to the tribute, VanVleet’s tweet, “Real Love ❤️🎲 4L,” encapsulates the depth of his connection with Toronto. The use of the dice emoji, a nod to his “Bet on Yourself” mantra, adds a personal touch, emphasizing the shared journey of taking chances and overcoming challenges. The term “4L” signifies a bond that extends beyond the confines of the basketball court—a commitment to real love for life.</p><p>Despite moving on <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/rockets-news-fred-vanvleet-free-agency-3-year-130-million-contract" rel="noopener">to the Houston Rockets</a>, VanVleet’s <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/ex-raptor-fred-vanvleets-heartwarming-reason-for-still-watching-toronto-despite-roster-turnover" rel="noopener">ties with the Raptors</a> remain unbroken. The “Real Love” he professes goes beyond the game, reflecting a shared history, shared triumphs, and a shared identity. The emotional response from both the player and the fans underscores the enduring power of sports to create connections that transcend the confines of a playing career.</p><p>As Fred VanVleet continues to make his mark in the NBA with the Houston Rockets, Toronto’s tribute serves as a poignant chapter in his basketball journey. The video, the applause, and the tweet are not just about a player’s return; they are about celebrating a partnership, a chapter of growth, and the enduring bond between a player and a city that embraced him as one of their own. Fred VanVleet’s response of “Real Love ❤️🎲 4L” echoes not just in the realm of sports but in the hearts of those who witnessed and celebrated his unforgettable journey with the Toronto Raptors.</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

Ex-Raptor Fred VanVleet reacts to Toronto’s awesome tribute in return

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He is passionate about and has been involved in sports since a young age, and continues to reminisce about the (brief) time Kawhi spent in Toronto. Although he can talk shop about the Raptors and Ravens all day, what's really always on his mind is having finished his undergrad without having won a single fantasy or intramural league.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">NBA</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>In a league marked by constant player movements and roster transformations, Houston Rockets guard Fred VanVleet remains deeply connected to the team he once called home. His enduring affection for the Raptors goes beyond the court, encompassing personal moments, emotional tributes, and a heartwarming connection that transcends the challenges of a changing roster.</p><p>Recently <a href="https://twitter.com/adam_la2karis/status/1756010454982213727" rel="noopener">asked about former teammate</a> Scottie Barnes earning his first All-Star nod, per DailyHive’s Adam Laskaris, VanVleet expressed genuine joy, stating, “It’ll be good for him to kind of be in that locker room amongst peers, amongst other top players in the NBA, so I’m happy for him and he deserved it. He’s playing at an extremely high level this year.” This exemplifies VanVleet’s support for the emerging talent within the Raptors, acknowledging their achievements and growth.</p><p>Despite the recent run of trades that altered the Raptors’ landscape, VanVleet admitted, “Whether I want to or not, my son always makes me watch Raptors games. He’s always asking when the Raptors are playing; we watch games on a daily basis.” This revelation adds a heartwarming layer to VanVleet’s connection to Toronto, highlighting the influence of his son, Fred Jr., who keeps pulling him back to the Raptors. The memories, love for the mascot, and familiarity with the players create a family bond that transcends the professional realm.</p><p>Reflecting on his time with the Raptors and what he took <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/rockets-news-fred-vanvleet-free-agency-3-year-130-million-contract" rel="noopener">with him to the Rockets</a>, VanVleet shared valuable insights. “Just to be myself. Given these situations, you try to figure out what’s the best way to move and try to be as smart as calculated and figure things out.” He emphasized the importance of time, space, and opportunity, drawing parallels between the Raptors’ resilience in a perceived “horrible year” and his role with the Houston Rockets, where he feels he is in a better situation to be himself and provide what the team needs.</p><p>Addressing the turnover within the Raptors organization, VanVleet expressed understanding, stating, “That’s really the only way it was ever gonna go… it was just a matter of ‘when.’ You set off on that timeline and on that trajectory, this is what it looks like.” Despite acknowledging the difficulty for fans and those heavily invested in the previous group, VanVleet believes it was time to turn over a new leaf, appreciating the organization’s decision-making.</p><p>Returning to Toronto as a Houston Rockets guard, <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/raptors-news-emotional-fred-vanvleet-gets-touching-tribute-toronto-return" rel="noopener">VanVleet experienced an emotional reunion</a> with the city and the fans. The Raptors paid tribute to the undrafted player who evolved into an NBA champion, presenting a touching video that left VanVleet visibly moved. The Toronto faithful’s loud round of applause demonstrated the enduring love and appreciation for the player who became a symbol of resilience with the slogan “Bet on Yourself.”</p><p>VanVleet’s journey with the Raptors is a testament to hard work and perseverance. From a virtually unknown player in his first year to a key contributor in the starting lineup, he earned his first All-Star appearance in 2021-22, averaging impressive numbers. The Raptors’ tribute video and the emotional response from VanVleet and the fans underline the impact he had on the franchise and the city.</p><p>Despite the decision to leave the Raptors, there is an evident mutual respect and love between VanVleet and the organization. His story embodies the idea that it doesn’t matter how you start; it’s about how you finish. VanVleet’s success is proof that relentless determination can lead to incredible achievements.</p><p>In the current season with the Rockets, VanVleet continues to excel, averaging 16.5 points, 8.2 assists, and 3.7 rebounds per game. His connection with Toronto remains intact, demonstrating that the bonds forged on the court and the memories created in the city endure even as players embark on new chapters in their careers. Fred VanVleet’s journey from an undrafted player to a beloved figure in Toronto is a story of resilience, growth, and the enduring power of connection.</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

Ex-Raptor Fred VanVleet’s heartwarming reason for still watching Toronto despite roster turnover

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He specializes mainly in soccer, basketball, and baseball. When Quinn isn't producing content for CP, he's writing predictions across the European soccer and NBA world for bettors at Sports Betting Dime, one of the fastest-growing sports betting sites in North America.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">NBA</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>Although he’s not playing, Houston Rockets guard Fred VanVleet returned to the 6ix for the first time since leaving the city in the offseason and things<a href="https://twitter.com/JLew1050/status/1756118279767130151?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1756118279767130151%7Ctwgr%5E15e2e8cc4a02c274c915b87bc600d6707952ff5c%7Ctwcon%5Es1_c10&amp;ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwp.clutchpoints.com%2Fwp-admin%2Fpost-new.php" rel="noopener"> quickly got emotional</a> for the former Toronto Raptors star, who went from undrafted to an NBA champion during his time with the organization.</p><p><a href="https://clutchpoints.com/grading-nets-raptors-trade-spencer-dinwiddie-dennis-schroder" rel="noopener">The Raptors</a> made a beautiful tribute video for VanVleet and he couldn’t hold back the tears during it as the Toronto faithful gave him a loud round of applause:</p><figure class="op-interactive"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p dir="ltr" lang="en">From undrafted ➡️ NBA Champion.</p><p>Appreciate you for everything <a href="https://twitter.com/FredVanVleet?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@FredVanVleet</a> 🤝 <a href="https://t.co/b1LDCr4sPf">pic.twitter.com/b1LDCr4sPf</a></p><p>— Toronto Raptors (@Raptors) <a href="https://twitter.com/Raptors/status/1756117689364336692?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 10, 2024</a></p></blockquote><p><script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></p></figure><figure class="op-interactive"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p dir="ltr" lang="en">So much for holding it together. Clearly emotional, Fred VanVleet blows kisses to the crowd as they give him a standing ovation in his return to Toronto. <a href="https://t.co/sXJYEB1fJ0">pic.twitter.com/sXJYEB1fJ0</a></p><p>— Josh Lewenberg (@JLew1050) <a href="https://twitter.com/JLew1050/status/1756118279767130151?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 10, 2024</a></p></blockquote><p><script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></p></figure><p><a href="https://clutchpoints.com/rockets-guard-fred-vanvleet-gets-real-on-decision-to-leave-raptors-in-free-agency" rel="noopener">VanVleet became a fan favorite</a> with the Raptors and earned the slogan “Bet on Yourself” which became well-known across the Association. The former Wichita State Shocker signed with the franchise in 2016, ultimately showing well enough in the Summer League to earn a multi-year deal.</p><p>Fred VanVleet went from barely playing in Year 1 to becoming a key cog in the Raptors starting five, even earning his very first All-Star appearance in 2021-22. He averaged 20.3 points, 6.7 assists, and 4.4 rebounds that season. VanVleet put up at least 19 PPG in his final three seasons with Toronto, which resulted in him locking down a monster $130 million deal with the Rockets.</p><p>Despite deciding to leave the Raptors, there is clearly still tons of love between FVV and the organization. He is the epitome of hard work and resilience, never giving up and proving that if you’re relentless, anything is possible. There is no way VanVleet is supposed to be in the position he’s in after getting passed over in the 2016 draft. It’s just proof that it doesn’t matter how you start, it’s about how you finish.</p><p>In 2023-24, Fred VanVleet is averaging 16.5 points, 8.2 assists, and 3.7 rebounds per night.</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

Emotional Fred VanVleet gets touching tribute in Raptors return

<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en" lang="en">    <head>        <script>   (function(i, s, o, g, r, a, m) {     i["GoogleAnalyticsObject"] = r;     i[r] = i[r] || function() {       (i[r].q = i[r].q || []).push(arguments)     }, i[r].l = 1 * new Date();     a = s.createElement(o),       m = s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];     a.async = 1;     a.src = g;     m.parentNode.insertBefore(a, m)   })(window, document, "script", "https://www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js", "ga");   ga('create', 'UA-66147751-16', {     'storage': 'none',     'clientId': localStorage.getItem('ga:clientId')   });   ga(function(tracker) {     localStorage.setItem('ga:clientId', tracker.get('clientId'));   });   ga('set', 'checkProtocolTask', null);      ga('set', 'page', '/what-fred-vanvleet-adductor-strain-means-rockets');   ga('set', 'title', 'What Fred VanVleet’s adductor strain injury means for Rockets');   ga('send', 'pageview');</script>        <style type="text/css" media="all">            body {    background: transparent;    margin: 0px;}h1, h2, h3 {    color: #DDDDDD;    font-family: "SFUIText-Semibold";    margin: 30px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 21px;    line-height: 125%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}header {    margin: 0px;    height: 0px;    display: none;}p {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 15px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}p > img {    margin-left: -15px;    width: calc(100% + 30px);}a {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;    text-decoration: underline;}ul {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 3px 10px 3px 10px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}ol {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}img {    margin: 0px;    width: 100%;    height: auto;}blockquote {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Medium";    margin: 30px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 19px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}blockquote p {    margin: 0px;}.op-tracker, .op-ad {    display: none;    height: 0px;}article > figure {    margin: 0px;}figcaption {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 10px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 13px;}iframe {    width: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;    margin: 0px;    border: 0;}.vine-embed {    height: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;}.twitter-tweet, .instagram-media {    margin-left: 15px !important;    margin-right: 15px !important;    width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;}.clutchpoints-widget {    /*margin: 10px 15px 10px 15px !important;*/    /*margin-top: 1px !important;*/    padding-top: 10px;    /*margin-left: 15px !important;*/    /*margin-right: 15px !important;*/    /*width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;*/}        </style>        <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=UTF-8" />    </head>    <body>        <article id="mvp-content-main"><header><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/What_Fred_Van_Vleet_s_adductor_sprain_injury_means_for_Rockets.webp"></figure><h1>What Fred VanVleet’s adductor strain injury means for Rockets</h1><time class="op-published" datetime="2024-02-05T19:54:49-08:00">February 5th, 7:54pm</time><time class="op-modified" datetime="2024-02-05T19:54:49-08:00">February 5th, 7:54pm</time><address><a>Jeremy Gretzer</a>Jeremy Gretzer joins ClutchPoints with a unique blend of experience in both the performing arts and sports journalism. A Houston native, Jeremy is happy to receive the opportunity as a beat reporter for ClutchPoints covering the Rockets. During his tenure at Back Sports Page, he honed his skills in sports writing, social media, and reporting, gaining valuable experience and having the opportunity to interact with notable figures from the NBA during media day, various charity, and pro camps events. His approach is analytical yet accessible, ensuring dedicated fans and casual readers alike can appreciate his insights.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">Mini-Editorials</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>In Sunday night’s game, the Houston Rockets fell apart after an impressive first half against the Western Conference’s top seed Minnesota Timberwolves. This loss epitomizes most of Houston’s start to 2024, which has been marked by inconsistency. The <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/nba-rumors-blockbuster-move-rockets-more-likely-summer-before-deadline" rel="noopener">Rockets now hold</a> a road record of 5-17, one of the worst in the league.</p><p>To make matters worse, Fred VanVleet has been <a href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/rahathuq/2024/02/05/houston-rockets-prepare-for-life-without-fred-vanvleet/">listed as out</a> with an adductor strain prior to Tuesday’s game against the Indiana Pacers, via Ben DuBose of USA Today. VanVleet has an unknown return timeline and could be sidelined for the foreseeable future due to his injury.</p><h2><b>Playing too many minutes</b></h2><p>The 29-year-old point guard is currently sixth in average minutes per game at 37.8 and was in the top three for the first two months of the season. Earning $40.78 million this season after <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/rockets-news-fred-vanvleet-free-agency-3-year-130-million-contract">signing a max deal</a> in the summer, the Rockets are desperately using every bit of his contract to keep him on the floor. Unfortunately, the excessive overuse of his minutes, compared to the rest of the team and considering his age, was bound to backfire.</p><p>Due to Amen Thompson’s injury which kept him out for over a month, the Rockets struggled to play well offensively without VanVleet’s presence. Early in the season, when he was off the floor, the Rockets seemed lost on both offense and defense. There was hardly any communication from the team unless VanVleet was on the court.</p><p>The only significant breaks he got on the bench were in between quarters or during brief pauses for free throws. This is why he averaged 37.8 and 38.1 minutes in November and December.</p><h2><b>VanVleet’s contributions</b></h2><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/X_Most_Successful_G-League_vets_in_the_NBA_5.webp"></figure><p>Throughout 47 games, VanVleet averages 16.5 points with 8.2 assists on 40.9% shooting and 37.4% from beyond the arc. He’s been the undisputed facilitator in the starting lineup, especially alongside his frontcourt teammate Alperen Sengun.</p><p>The Rockets have an offensive rating of 117.07 in the 1381 minutes both Sengun and VanVleet share the floor. With just Sengun on and VanVleet off, that number drops to 109.19.</p><p>VanVleet’s presence on the floor resulted in the Rockets outscoring their opponents by 9.1 points per 100 possessions this season. However, this also leaves Houston with an overall pace of 99.15, which is 17th in the league.</p><p>As a player, VanVleet himself ranks 453rd out of 500 qualified players in individual pace. The second-highest minutes in rotation without him perform at a 104.44 pace. This includes minutes from Thompson, Cam Whitmore, Aaron Holiday, and Jabari Smith Jr.</p><h2><b>A big blow to the starting five</b></h2><p>It’s no secret the Rockets will be missing a key piece of their starting five for an indefinite period. Taking VanVleet off the floor will drastically change how the Rockets play. Sengun will likely get more scoring opportunities in isolation posts, but more opportunities could go to the dynamic play of Cam Whitmore and Amen Thompson.</p><p>Thompson himself, will likely see extended minutes. When the rookie played against the Celtics on January 21st for 32 minutes, he secured a stat line of fifteen points and fourteen rebounds.</p><p>The upcoming trade deadline on Thursday just got a whole lot more significant for Houston. With their play-in chances dwindling, trading for a quality guard is more important following this injury.</p><p>For a silver lining, especially with Thompson likely taking the reigns, expect the team to play younger and faster as they head into the All-Star break.</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

What Fred VanVleet’s adductor strain injury means for Rockets

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He now writes about sports instead as a form of therapy.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">NBA</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>The Toronto Raptors weren’t too pleased with the manner with which they lost their Tuesday night contest against the Los Angeles Lakers. Head coach Darko Rajakovic <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/raptors-news-darko-rajakovic-lays-into-refs-nsfw-tirade-controversial-loss-lakers" rel="noopener">did not hold back</a> in his postgame presser, putting the referees on blast by giving the Lakers’ All-Stars (mostly Anthony Davis on the night) preferential treatment during their 132-131 loss. But a closer look at the proceedings only serves to heighten the tension between the Raptors franchise and this one referee in particular who seems to have it out for them.</p><p>As one would recall, last year, former Raptors guard Fred VanVleet went scorched earth on Ben Taylor, the same official who was the crew chief during the Lakers’ win over Toronto on Tuesday night. VanVleet even went as far as to <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/raptors-news-fred-vanvleet-blatantly-rips-refs-with-nsfw-rant-after-loss-to-clippers" rel="noopener">say that Taylor was “f**king terrible”</a>, and clearly, the raucous Raptors fanbase will be feeling the same sentiments towards the veteran official in the aftermath of what was a rough way to end the game.</p><p>VanVleet took the monetary hit to the chin with his rant towards Taylor because <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/raptors-news-fred-vanvleets-history-ref-ben-taylor-explains-nsfw-rant" rel="noopener">he had prior history</a> with the official and he felt like he was being targeted. Last season, there was a trend in which Taylor called technical fouls on VanVleet on multiple occasions, even ejecting him once. Does the same hold for the Raptors, even though VanVleet is no longer with the team?</p><p><a href="https://clutchpoints.com/lakers-news-raptors-nba-fans-call-referee-conspiracy-1-point-win" rel="noopener">Raptors fans think</a> that is the case. After all, nothing went right for them in terms of officiating during crunch time on Tuesday night. For starters, Immanuel Quickley’s offensive foul was upgraded to a flagrant one. And then the Lakers went to the foul line a total of 23 times in the fourth quarter (15 of them unintentional from the Raptors’ end), with Anthony Davis <a href="https://www.statmuse.com/nba/ask/anthony-davis-stats-january-9-2024-fourth-quarter" rel="noopener">taking 11 on his own</a> during the period. Meanwhile, Toronto had 13 free throws in total for the entire game.</p><p>Just to twist the knife even further, the three that would have tied the game for the Raptors at 124 was wiped off the board after RJ Barrett was called for a moving screen on Davis. If Ben Taylor wasn’t involved, then one could just chalk it up to some questionable, if explainable officiating. But Taylor’s involvement could lend credence to the idea that there might be something fishy going on.</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

Raptors getting screwed by Ben Taylor’s crew vs. Lakers brings memories of Fred VanVleet’s rant

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His need for speed may no longer be on the grid or courts but has stayed with him through writing.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">NBA</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>The Houston Rockets were once seen as a team that was in the late stages of a rebuild. Their squad was still young. But, moves started clicking once Ime Udoka landed there. Fred VanVleet also arrived along with Dillon Brooks to take the team into better entries in the win column. However, it was the development of Alperen Sengun that was a game-changer. He even got flowers from <a href="https://rocketswire.usatoday.com/2024/01/03/superstar-in-the-making-fred-vanvleet-on-houstons-alperen-sengun/" rel="noopener">their starting guard</a>, via Ben DuBose of USA TODAY.</p><p>“Superstar in the making. We’re watching it unfold right before our eyes. He’s getting better every day. It’s been a joy to play with him and watch him, and we’ve just got to stay on him and keep riding it out, as far as we can go. He’s been a workhorse for us this year, and we’re going to continue to do that,” Rockets guard Fred VanVleet said about <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/rockets-news-alperen-sengun-joins-exclusive-houston-club-amid-scoring-outburst" rel="noopener">Alperen Sengun’s massive leap</a> in production.</p><p><a href="https://clutchpoints.com/rockets-news-dillon-brooks-elbow-vs-bucks-nba-referee-explanation" rel="noopener">The Rockets currently have</a> 17 wins for the season. This is good enough to get them the eighth seed in the Western Conference if the playoffs were to start today. But, there are still a lot of games left for this squad.</p><p>Sengun will be a large reason for Ime Udoka and the Rockets’ success. He currently averages 21.5 points on a very efficient 54.7% clip from all cylinders of field goal scoring. This mixed with his offensive prowess in finding teammates for 5.2 assists per contest proves how lethal he can be. His nine rebounds per game is also what any coach wants out of a big man.</p><p>Will he along with VanVleet and Dillon Brooks lead the Rockets to glory this season?</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

2024-25 SEASON STATS
PTS	REB	AST	BLK	STL
14.9	4.4	6.0	0.5	1.4

2024-25 SEASON STATS
PTS	REB	AST	BLK	STL
14.9	4.4	6.0	0.5	1.4

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