red VanVleet, the Houston Rockets’ star point guard and team captain, has officially stepped into a brand-new role — fatherhood. The NBA veteran and beloved leader of the Rockets welcomed his first child earlier this week, marking a joyous milestone in both his personal life and growing legacy.
In a touching moment shared with close friends and family, VanVleet expressed deep gratitude, calling the birth of his child “the most beautiful assist of my life.” The Rockets organization also took to social media to congratulate their captain, celebrating the occasion with the words: “It is done — welcome to the VanVleet family’s newest MVP.”
Teammates and fans alike flooded the comment sections with warm wishes, with Rockets forward Jabari Smith Jr. joking, “Hope the kid’s got dad’s court vision already!”
VanVleet, known for his leadership, clutch shooting, and tenacity, now adds “dad” to his list of titles — and from all accounts, he’s ready to take it on with the same heart and hustle he brings to the hardwood.
No photos have been released yet, but sources close to the family say mother and baby are both healthy and doing well.
Stay tuned for updates as the VanVleet family begins this exciting ne