Ever since the Houston Rockets lost Fred VanVleet to a potential season-ending injury before the year started, it has been reported that they have explored the market for a veteran point guard. One such player became available this weekend when the Dallas Mavericks opted to release Tyus Jones at his request.
However, according to NBA insider Marc Stein, the Rockets could look for point guard help in the final stretch of the regular season, but they reportedly have no plans to make any roster moves at this time.
Right now, the Rockets have an open roster spot that could potentially go to Tyus Jones at some point following his release. Jones has until the final day of the regular season, April 12, to sign with a team to be eligible to play in the playoffs.
Before his release, Jones had appeared in eight games for the Mavericks, including two starts, averaging a little over 16 minutes per game. He averaged 3.9 points, 1.1 rebounds and 3.8 assists, while shooting only 38.2 percent from the field and 21.1 percent from the 3-point line. Jones was acquired by the Mavericks at the trade deadline in a deal with the Charlotte Hornets involving Malachi Brahman.
Since the start of the season, the Rockets have gone with a larger lineup, using Amen Thompson at point guard in VanVleet's absence. His primary backup has been Reed Shepard, while veteran Aaron Holiday may also play minutes. Should the Rockets sign Jones, it's unclear exactly where he would fit on the depth chart.
