Tari Eason Returns to Houston Rockets with Lucrative Contract
In a significant move for the Houston Rockets, Tari Eason has officially signed a five-year deal valued at $81.5 million, fully guaranteed. This contract was finalized on Thursday and marks a pivotal moment in Eason’s career, occurring as he enters his fifth season with the Rockets after being selected 17th overall in the 2022 NBA Draft.
The 25-year-old forward, a native of Washington, comes off a season where he averaged 10.5 points per game, shooting at 41% from the field and 35% from three-point range. In addition to his scoring, Eason made a notable contribution with an average of 6.3 rebounds and 1.5 assists each game.
During the playoffs, Eason elevated his performance, averaging 13 points and 6 rebounds per game while securing over two steals. His playoff highlight includes a double-double of 16 points and 10 rebounds, alongside an impressive stat line of 20 points, 8 rebounds, and 5 steals in Game 4 against the Los Angeles Lakers.
This contract extension for Eason not only signifies the Rockets’ confidence in his abilities but also reflects their long-term investment in his potential to become a key player in their roster moving forward.
