Fred VanVleet is dealing with a personal matter and will not take the court for the Houston Rockets in their upcoming game against the Sacramento Kings. This absence was confirmed ahead of their January 16, 2025 matchup at Golden 1 Center.
What It Means
Fred VanVleet has been a key contributor for the Rockets this season, averaging 15.0 points per game, ranking third on the team. He also leads the team in assists with an average of 6.1 per game, placing him 18th in the league. In games where VanVleet has played, the Rockets have averaged 114.1 points per game compared to 112.0 when he has been absent. Despite his absence, the team holds a perfect record of 2-0 in games he hasn’t played this season.
