NBA insiders Marc Stein and Jake Fischer reported Tuesday that Houston is "in discussions to move the decision date" for the 2025-26 option from this week to the end of June. It is quite an important decision, as the option is for $44.9 million and will be a critical part of Houston's offseason.

Rumors claim the Houston Rockets are pondering the idea of altering the contract of point guard Fred VanVleet.

Fred VanVleet isn't just Houston's starting point guard for the last two seasons. He is the team's unquestioned leader, a playmaker on the floor, and a focused, steady presence in the locker room and on the road. While VanVleet's metrics leave much to be desired, his intangibles are unmatched.