NBA insider predicts contract value for Tari Eason with Rockets
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 12:36 AM
Last updated Jun 19, 2026
Houston Rockets forward Tari Eason is expected to command significant interest in free agency this summer. As a restricted free agent, the Rockets can match any offer he receives from another team. NBA insider John Hollinger estimates Eason's next contract could reach $75 million over three years. Eason averaged 10.5 points, 6.3 rebounds, and 1.2 steals last season, drawing attention from teams looking for defensive support. The Rockets might face competition, especially from teams with more cap space willing to present a lucrative offer sheet.
- •Tari Eason is a restricted free agent this summer.
- •Hollinger predicts a potential $75 million contract.
- •Eason averaged 10.5 points and 6.3 rebounds last season.
- •Rockets can match offers from other teams.
- •Eason's strong defense appeals to multiple franchises.
- 12:36 AMYahoo Sports — NBA insider predicts value of Tari Eason's next contract with Rockets
"As a restricted free agent, the Houston Rockets will ultimately have the decision to match any offer Eason signs with another team.
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