Houston Rockets sign Marcus Smart and Bogdan Bogdanović

The Houston Rockets have signed Marcus Smart to a two-year, $13 million deal and Bogdan Bogdanović to a one-year, $3.88 million contract. Smart, a former Defensive Player of the Year, reunites with head coach Ime Udoka and is expected to enhance the team's defensive culture. Bogdanović, known for his three-point shooting, will help address the Rockets' struggles from beyond the arc last postseason. Additionally, Houston is considering extending a qualifying offer to Tari Eason, making him a restricted free agent. The Rockets are also reportedly open to trade offers for players including Kevin Durant and Alperen Şengün.

• 3:30 AMYahoo Sports — Houston, we have a signing! Two, to be exact.