Houston Rockets strengthen point guard depth ahead of NBA season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 14, 2026, 4:34 AM
Last updated Oct 14, 2026
The Houston Rockets have substantially improved their point guard situation leading into the NBA season. After Fred VanVleet's ACL injury last season highlighted the team's needs, they signed Marcus Smart, who brings experience and leadership, particularly for the second unit. Additionally, the Rockets drafted Bruce Thornton, who showcased promise in Summer League and preseason performances. With a healthy VanVleet expected to start, this revamped rotation aims to enhance the team's on-court stability and competitiveness as the regular season approaches.
- •Rockets signed Marcus Smart to a two-year deal.
- •Fred VanVleet returns as the starting point guard.
- •Bruce Thornton drafted 31st overall, impressed in preseason.
- •Smart's experience expected to stabilize the second unit.
- •Team aims for increased competitiveness this season.
- 4:34 AMYahoo Sports — The Houston Rockets have Fixed their Point Guard Depth
"Preseason shows major upgrades to the Houston Rockets' point guard depth
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