The Houston Rockets are banking on the return of two veterans who missed all or most of last season. They've also added two veterans not known for staying on the court.
The Houston Rockets are preparing for the upcoming season by relying on returning veterans Fred VanVleet and Steven Adams after both missed extensive time with injuries in 2025-26. VanVleet is recovering from an ACL tear, while Adams is working back from ankle surgery. The team has also added veteran free agents Marcus Smart and Bogdan Bogdanovic to support a core featuring Kevin Durant.
Due to previous injury histories across the veteran roster, Houston will depend heavily on the continued durability and growth of young players like Alperen Sengun, Amen Thompson, Reed Sheppard, and Jabari Smith Jr. Depth at center remains a significant concern if Adams experiences further health issues, leaving frontcourt responsibilities vulnerable.
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