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The 5 worst contracts from 2023 NBA free agency, including Dillon Brooks’ bizarre deal with Rockets

Well, these NBA deals don't make a lot of sense.

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WATCH: Jalen Green trains with new Rockets guard Fred VanVleet

Jalen Green is already getting to work in his offseason training program alongside new #Rockets guard Fred VanVleet.

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Drake makes his feelings on Fred VanVleet's move to Houston Rockets crystal clear

Fred VanVleet signed a blockbuster contract with the Houston Rockets in free agency, leaving the Toronto Raptors an NBA champion - and rapper Drake left a parting shot on his Instagram

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Did Rockets make recent trades expecting Brook Lopez to join?

Houston’s trade sending Usman Garuba and TyTy Washington to Atlanta may have been made with an expectation of landing Brook Lopez... who stayed in Milwaukee.

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Drake trolls Rockets on Fred VanVleet’s farewell post to Toronto

Star rapper and Raptors super fan Drake tells Fred VanVleet: “Good luck with everything on the Guangdong Dragons... I mean, the #Rockets.”

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Fred VanVleet Got Trolled By Drake After Leaving Raptors for Rockets

The Toronto rapper had jokes for Fred VanVleet following his Raptors exit.

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The early-round winners and losers from NBA free agency

The Cavaliers, Lakers and Fred VanVleet should me all smiles after the first weekend of NBA free agency, but the one person that could have the biggest smirk when the smoke clears? Pat Riley.

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Podcast: Reaction to Houston’s chaotic start in 2023 free agency

Sunday’s @TheLagerLine breaks down Houston’s 2023 free agency to date, including the Fred VanVleet and Dillon Brooks additions and a Brook Lopez rejection. #Rockets

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Where Rockets’ roster stands after wild start to 2023 free agency

With numerous players on the way out and several new signings on the way in, here’s a roundup of where the #Rockets currently stand after a wild start to the NBA’s 2023 free agency window.

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Fred VanVleet’s Rockets contract includes team option for third year

In contrast to initial reports, Fred VanVleet’s new contract with the #Rockets is only guaranteed for two seasons. Year three is a team option.

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Rockets sign Jock Landale and trade for Patty Mills, who will be rerouted

After reaching deals with Fred VanVleet and Dillon Brooks, Houston’s busy free agency continued by trading for Patty Mills (who isn’t staying) and signing big man Jock Landale (who is staying).

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Takeaways: Rockets acquiring Dillon Brooks to bolster wing defense

The #Rockets are boosting their wing defense by acquiring Dillon Brooks, likely in a sign-and-trade with Memphis. His four-year contract with Houston will cost an average of $20 million, annually.

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Reaction: Big man Brook Lopez spurns Rockets to re-sign with Bucks

The #Rockets got their free agency deal done with guard target Fred VanVleet, but they didn’t have the same luck with Milwaukee big man Brook Lopez, who is re-signing with the Bucks.

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The winners (Lakers) and losers (what in the world are the Rockets doing?) of NBA free agency after one day

Here are the teams who made it out the best and worst from day one of NBA free agency

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Dennis Schroder is leaving the Lakers — and getting paid

Dennis Schroder may no longer be a member of the Lakers, but he has secured the bag.

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Fred VanVleet Lands Three-Year, $130 Million Deal With Rockets, per Report

The former Raptors guard is reportedly taking his talents to Houston next season.

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NBA Twitter reacts as Rockets, Fred VanVleet reach 3-year, $130-million deal

The #Rockets have their veteran leader and floor general after signing Fred VanVleet to a three-year, $130-million deal. Here’s a look at early reaction and key takeaways.

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Projected starting lineup for Rockets with Fred VanVleet and Dillon Brooks after free agency

Fred VanVleet is the first undrafted free agent to earn a contract worth more than $100 million.

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Five Biggest Questions Ahead of NBA Free Agency

What’s really happening in Houston? Plus, unpacking James Harden’s decision, checking in on Portland and picking a sneaky team to watch.

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Friday’s NBA free agency opening meetings for Houston Rockets

Fred VanVleet, Brook Lopez, and Dillon Brooks appear to be on Houston’s initial list for Day 1 free agency meetings in Los Angeles. Here’s our look at Friday’s updated #Rockets intel.

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Report: After hiring Ime Udoka, Rockets decided against James Harden pursuit in free agency

Woj: “Once Ime Udoka came in as head coach, they started looking at the roster [and] what they wanted to do in free agency. I think Fred VanVleet has moved to the top of the list.” #Rockets

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NBA free agency opening rumors: Jakob Poeltl in mix for Rockets (June 30)

If Brook Lopez returns to Milwaukee, Toronto’s Jakob Poeltl could receive strong #Rockets interest, @MikeAScotto reports. In the final hours before Friday’s free agency, here’s the latest intel.

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Chris Haynes: Rockets have edge in Kyle Kuzma’s free agency market, may seek Kyrie Irving meeting

Once free agency opens Friday, the #Rockets could have an edge in the Kyle Kuzma market while also pursuing a meeting with Kyrie Irving, according to Chris Haynes of Bleacher Report.

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Free agency eve rumors: NBA teams expect Fred VanVleet, Dillon Brooks to join Rockets

Rival teams are expecting Fred VanVleet and Dillon Brooks to reach contract agreements with the #Rockets shortly after NBA free agency opens on Friday night, @TheSteinLine reports.

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Report: Rockets ‘out of the running’ for James Harden in 2023 free agency

“In recent days, I’ve understood that Houston is no longer an option for James [Harden],” @KellyIko reports. “I would call them out of the running.” #Rockets

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