Rockets begin negotiations with Tari Eason after NBA Finals
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 4:34 PM
Last updated Jun 14, 2026
The Houston Rockets are entering an exclusive negotiating window with Tari Eason following the completion of the 2026 NBA Finals. The team failed to reach an extension agreement with the 25-year-old forward prior to the season, leading to his impending restricted free agency on June 30. Eason played in 66 games this season, averaging 10.5 points and 6.3 rebounds per game, performing well during the recent playoffs. Both sides will reassess their stance on a potential contract as discussions reopen, likely influenced by Eason's improved health and playoff performance.
- •Rockets and Tari Eason enter exclusive negotiation period.
- •Eason becomes a restricted free agent on June 30.
- •He averaged 10.5 points and 6.3 rebounds this season.
- •Rockets previously offered over $100 million with non-guaranteed terms.
- •Other Rockets free agents include Josh Okogie and Aaron Holiday.
- 4:34 PMYahoo Sports — Exclusive negotiating window opens for Rockets, Tari Eason
"With the 2026 NBA Finals in the books, teams across the league have an exclusive negotiating window with pending free agents from their own team.
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