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Houston Rockets guard Fred VanVleet (5) sits on the bench as the team takes on the Brooklyn Nets at Toyota Center in Houston on Monday, Oct. 27, 2025. Houston Rockets won the game 137-109.

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How Fred VanVleet helped Amen Thompson, Reed Sheppard find their voice

Fred VanVleet tore his ACL, leaving Houston without a point guard. The veteran stayed to mentor Amen Thompson and Reed Sheppard.

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