# Rockets Season PREVIEW: Can Fred VanVleet's Return FIX Houston's Offense & HELP Durant + Sengun?

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Podcast: [Locked On Rockets - Daily Podcast On The Houston Rockets](https://stenobird.com/podcast/main-feed-579535)
Published: 2026-09-20T16:35:34+00:00
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Fred VanVleet’s return to the Houston Rockets could be the key to unlocking a smoother, more efficient offense after a season mired by turnover woes and late-game collapses. Can VanVleet still orchestrate at an elite level and stabilize the Rockets’ attack alongside stars like Kevin Durant and Alperen Sengun? This season preview breaks down how VanVleet’s presence impacts team chemistry, turnover rate, and shot distribution. Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) is joined by sports reporter for Chron.com Michael Shapiro (@mshap2) analyze what VanVleet’s floor leadership means for emerging talents and how lineup flexibility may improve with Marcus Smart’s addition. The conversation covers concerns about VanVleet’s defensive foot speed post-injury, his crucial three-point shooting, and whether the revamped roster can alleviate pressure on him. Will Houston’s turnover rate bounce back to the NBA’s elite, and can VanVleet’s steady hand push the Rockets back into title contention?

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