Houston Rockets retain guard JD Davison by exercising team option
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 29, 2026, 11:23 PM
Last updated Jun 29, 2026
The Houston Rockets have exercised their team option on guard JD Davison, confirming his continued presence with the team. Davison, 23, had a modest first season in Houston, averaging 2.5 points and 1.3 assists over 28 games, with limited playing time. The move reflects the Rockets' desire to maintain depth following the return of Fred VanVleet from injury and the addition of draft pick Bruce Thornton. With the exercise of the option, Davison's contract will be valued at $2.6 million for the upcoming season.
- •Rockets pick up $2.6 million team option on JD Davison.
- •Davison averaged 2.5 points and 1.3 assists last season.
- •Fred VanVleet returns from torn ACL and meniscus injury.
- •Houston drafted guard Bruce Thornton in the second round.
- 11:23 PMYahoo Sports — Houston Rockets exercise team option on reserve guard JD Davison
"The Rockets picked up the team option on reserve guard JD Davison on Monday, ensuring he'll stay in Houston
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