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Rockets sign G JD Davison to two-year contract
The 23-year-old point guard has been playing on a two-way deal this season.
Apr. 8, 2026 at 12:49am
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The Rockets' new two-year deal with point guard JD Davison represents the team's commitment to developing young talent and building for the future.Houston TodayThe Houston Rockets have signed point guard JD Davison to a two-year contract, his agent confirmed to ESPN on Tuesday. Davison, 23, has been playing on a two-way deal with the Rockets this season, averaging 2.2 points and 7.1 minutes in 27 games off the bench. He also spent time with the NBA G League's Rio Grande Valley Vipers, where he averaged 25.2 points, 6.8 assists and 6.6 rebounds in five games.
Why it matters
The Rockets are looking to bolster their backcourt depth with the signing of Davison, who has shown promise in his limited NBA action so far. As a second-round pick by the Boston Celtics in 2022, Davison has averaged 2.0 points and 6.2 minutes in 63 career games over the past three seasons.
The details
Davison has spent the majority of this season on a two-way contract with the Rockets, splitting time between the NBA team and their G League affiliate. In 27 games with Houston, he has averaged 2.2 points and 7.1 minutes per game. With the Rio Grande Valley Vipers, Davison has been more productive, averaging 25.2 points, 6.8 assists and 6.6 rebounds in five games.
- Davison was drafted by the Boston Celtics in 2022.
- He has played for the Celtics and Rockets over the past three NBA seasons.
The players
JD Davison
A 23-year-old point guard who was drafted by the Boston Celtics in 2022 and has spent the past three seasons in the NBA, primarily on two-way contracts with the Celtics and Rockets.
Houston Rockets
An NBA team based in Houston, Texas that is looking to bolster their backcourt depth with the signing of JD Davison.
What’s next
Davison will look to earn more playing time and solidify his role with the Rockets as he transitions to a standard NBA contract.
The takeaway
The Rockets' signing of JD Davison to a two-year contract shows their commitment to developing young talent and building depth in the backcourt. Davison will have an opportunity to earn a more prominent role with the team after proving himself on a two-way deal.
