Fred VanVleet Rumors

“It’s truly an honor to be elected as President of the NBPA by my peers and I look forward to continuing to advocate for the best interest of all the members,” said Fred VanVleet. “With a deep appreciation for the complexities and challenges players face on all levels of their NBA journeys, I am committed to approaching this role with the passion, dignity, and dedication every player deserves."

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"It's been a privilege to serve on the NBPA Executive Committee for the past seven years and uniquely shape the business of our game," said CJ McCollum. "I am encouraged by the future of the PA under Fred’s leadership, as he has earned the basketball community's respect and has proven he is ready for this next step. I look forward to supporting him as we continue building a stronger Association that serves past, present, and future generations of players."

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The members of the NBPA Executive Committee include: Fred VanVleet, President; Grant Williams, First Vice President; Mason Plumlee, Secretary-Treasurer; Jaylen Brown, Vice President; Jaren Jackson Jr, Vice President; Donovan Mitchell, Vice President; Garrett Temple, Vice President; Karl Anthony Towns, Vice President; Gabe Vincent, Vice President

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Shams Charania: CJ McCollum's four-year term expired and he will now serve in an advisory position. Major new union role for VanVleet, the 2019 NBA champion who has signed multiple deals that have set records for the highest paid undrafted player ever in the league

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Shams Charania: Houston Rockets guard Fred VanVleet has been elected as the new President of the National Basketball Players Association, succeeding CJ McCollum, sources tell ESPN. VanVleet begins a four-year term as the next NBPA leader.

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“I thought about it and the only reason why I was upset about it was because I loved playing with Fred, playing with Ime,” Brooks said. “We grew something there and Ime and the coaching staff was family oriented and it was like a brotherhood. That was the only reason why I thought it was a little bit sad.”

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Adam Wexler: #Rockets announce they have signed Jabari Smith Jr. to a contract extension and have re-signed Jeff Green, Aaron Holiday, Jae’Sean Tate & Fred VanVleet.

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Shams Charnaia: Over the last 13 days, the Rockets have reached deals to acquire Kevin Durant, extend Steven Adams and coach Ime Udoka, and bring back their free agents Fred VanVleet, Tate, Holiday and Green.

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Fred VanVleet's new deal gives the Rockets flexibility over the next year and gives him the opportunity to enter the 2026 free agency market where there will be more salary cap space for teams. Both sides believe in a partnership for years to come beyond the two years, sources said.

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Shams Charania: Houston Rockets guard Fred VanVleet intends to sign a two-year, $50 million contract to stay with the franchise, with a player option in 2026-27, sources tell ESPN. Rockets are declining VanVleet's $44.9 million team option and land the new deal with Klutch Sports CEO Rich Paul.

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Shams Charania: VanVleet played a key role on the No. 2-seed Rockets last season. He ranked seventh in assist-to-turnover ratio, per ESPN Research, and has averaged 35 minutes in each of the last six seasons.

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StatMuse: The only players to average 15.0+ PPG 5.0+ APG 2.5+ 3PM in Rockets franchise history. pic.x.com/MpkgF5dOy1

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StatMuse: Fred VanVleet as a Rocket: 15.9 PPG 6.9 APG 1.5 SPG Two more years in Houston. pic.x.com/kR7WnZClj4

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Yossi Gozlan: The Houston Rockets are now below the first apron and in position to avoid the luxury tax with Fred VanVleet re-signing for $25 million annually. They open up the $14.1 million non-taxpayer mid-level, can increase payroll in trades, and can sign and trade for free agents. pic.x.com/CZfdIC364D

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