The Houston native agreed to a one-year, vet minimum deal on Sunday as free agency opened up, warming the hearts of thousands of Rockets fans.
Green, a major pickup for the Rockets who was initially signed to a 10-day contract in December, experienced a career resurgence in his second stint with his hometown team, averaging 12.1 points per game while also draining 37% of his seven three-point attempts per contest. He also led the league in team-inspired braids, became the most beloved non-star in Houston since Patrick Beverley, and hit this dope game winner against Phoenix:
The aftermath of the Phoenix game winner, specifically James Harden‘s reaction to it, is a perfect example of the passion and excitement that Green brings to the squad.