Fred VanVleet PG HOU Tue 10/17/23 11:49 AM
Fred VanVleet
PG HOU
VanVleet posted 12 points (5-10 FG, 2-4 3Pt), two rebounds, an assist and three steals across 24 minutes in Monday's 99-89 preseason win over the Spurs.
EDGE Analysis
VanVleet's numbers have not impressed anyone during the preseason, but as a seasoned veteran on a young roster, it seems he's trying to get as many reps as needed in order to look his best once the regular season starts. VanVleet has yet to score more than 12 points or dish out more than four assists in any of his three preseason contests.
Fred VanVleet PG HOU Wed 10/11/23 11:27 AM
Fred VanVleet
PG HOU
VanVleet notched 10 points (3-11 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), a rebound, four assists, two steals and a block across 25 minutes in Tuesday's 122-103 preseason win over the Pacers.
EDGE Analysis
VanVleet wasn't sharp from the field and ended the contest with more field-goal attempts than points scored, but that is not an issue that should worry the Rockets, given this is VanVleet's first taste of semi-competitive action since the end of the 2022-23 campaign. The star point guard should continue to see time alongside Jalen Green in the backcourt during the preseason since both are expected to start once the regular season begins.
Fred VanVleet PG HOU Fri 6/30/23 8:56 PM
Fred VanVleet
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VanVleet agreed to a three-year, $130 million contract with the Rockets on Friday, ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski reports.
EDGE Analysis
VanVleet landed the first max contract of free agency, with the Rockets dipping into their loads of cap space. VanVleet is entering his age-29 season and is still in his prime, and it was never any secret that he was Houston's top target all along. VanVleet will likely share the backcourt with Jalen Green, which could push Kevin Porter Jr. to the bench, and VanVleet's presence will certainly make things easier for Houston's young roster. As for Toronto, it will be disappointed to not retain the star guard, but it opens the door for Scottie Barnes to play a featured role in 2023-24.
Fred VanVleet PG HOU Mon 6/12/23 3:09 PM
Fred VanVleet
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VanVleet has declined his $22.8 million player option, according to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski.
EDGE Analysis
VanVleet instantly becomes one of the most coveted players on the market, as he'll be an unrestricted free agent in July. Still in his prime entering his age-29 season, VanVleet is coming off averages of 19.3 points, 7.2 assists and 1.8 steals with Toronto. Wojnarowski is reporting that VanVleet hasn't ruled out a return to the Raptors, but if he does end up leaving, Toronto could look into some sign-and-trade scenarios.
Fred VanVleet PG HOU Thu 4/13/23 12:24 PM
Fred VanVleet
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VanVleet closed with 26 points (8-22 FG, 7-13 3Pt, 3-6 FT), 12 rebounds, eight assists, one block and one steal in 42 minutes during Wednesday's 109-105 Play-In Game loss to the Bulls.
EDGE Analysis
VanVleet ended just two assists away from a triple-double and was impressive on both ends of the court, but unfortunately, his contributions were not enough to lift the Raptors to victory. The point guard ends the 2022-23 campaign as one of Toronto's best players and a bona fide star. He averaged 19.3 points and a career-high 7.2 assists per game during the regular season while racking up nine double-doubles and one triple-double.
Fred VanVleet PG HOU Tue 4/11/23 3:00 PM
Fred VanVleet
PG HOU
VanVleet (thumb) will play Wednesday against the Bulls, Aaron Rose of SI.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
VanVleet missed the regular-season finale due to left thumb soreness, but as expected, he'll be full go for the Raptors' Play-In matchup versus Chicago. Across 69 regular-season appearances, the point guard averaged 19.3 points and a career-best 7.2 assists in 36.7 minutes per game.
Fred VanVleet PG HOU Sat 4/8/23 6:04 PM
Fred VanVleet
PG HOU
VanVleet is out for Sunday's game against the Bucks due to left thumb soreness.
EDGE Analysis
The Raptors will rest some of their stars, so VanVleet is set to miss the season finale as Toronto wants to keep him at 100 percent for the Play-In matchup against the Bulls on Wednesday. VanVleet ends the season averaging a career-best 7.2 assists per game while adding 19.3 points per contest.
Fred VanVleet PG HOU Sat 4/8/23 9:06 AM
Fred VanVleet
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VanVleet logged 12 points (3-11 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 4-4 FT), eight assists and two steals over 31 minutes during Friday's 121-102 loss to the Celtics.
EDGE Analysis
VanVleet's shooting woes continued on Friday, as he only made three shots all night. However, he did manage to put together a decent fantasy line overall with his team-high eight assists and two steals, along with hitting two triples. The month of April has been rough for the veteran guard. He's only knocking down 31.4 percent of his attempts and averaging only 13.8 points in these four games.
Fred VanVleet PG HOU Sun 4/2/23 5:18 PM
Fred VanVleet
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VanVleet registered 20 points (7-17 FG, 1-8 3Pt, 5-5 FT), five rebounds, 20 assists and three steals in 38 minutes during Sunday's 128-108 win over the Hornets.
EDGE Analysis
VanVleet led all players in Sunday's contest in assists en route to a 20-20 point-assist performance in the blowout victory. VanVleet posted 20 dimes for the first time this season, and he's now surpassed the double-digit assist mark 12 times.
Fred VanVleet PG HOU Sat 4/1/23 11:32 AM
Fred VanVleet
PG HOU
VanVleet had 19 points (5-17 FG, 3-10 3Pt, 6-7 FT), five rebounds, six assists and one steal over 42 minutes during Friday's 117-110 loss to Philadelphia.
EDGE Analysis
VanVleet knocked down only 29.4 percent of his tries from the field but still finished second on his squad in scoring behind Scottie Barnes, who put up 29 points. VanVleet also committed six turnovers in the loss, his worst mark of the 2022-23 campaign. Despite this, he continues to produce across the board for fantasy managers and has registered a steal in 16 straight matchups.