Houston Rockets guard Jalen Green has just over a month left to finalize a rookie scale extension, a critical decision point in his young career.
While Green is optimistic about the possibility of staying with the Rockets for the long term, his primary focus remains on the team’s overall success this season.
As a cornerstone player for the franchise, Green’s development and performance are key to the Rockets’ rebuilding efforts, and both he and the organization are likely weighing their options carefully.
Despite the looming contract deadline, Green is determined to prioritize team chemistry and growth, signaling that individual achievements are secondary to his desire to see the Rockets emerge as a competitive force in the league.
“For sure,” Green said when asked if he’d like to extend with Houston. “My main focus is the season ahead of me with the players that we have, go to the playoffs and go as far as we can.
“We’re building that team camaraderie, who we are. That’s the main focus right now, and everything will work itself out.”
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— RealGM (@RealGM) September 16, 2024
