Jae'Sean Tate Resigns for the Houston Rockets

The Houston Rockets have re-signed Jae’Sean Tate. The 31 year-old forward was previously signed by the Rockets as an undrafted free agent in 2020.

Tate now holds a one-year $3.07 million contract. Tate was signed by the Rockets to increase the roster depth, while having a minimal effect on the team’s salary cap. This will be the veteran forward’s seventh season in Houston, which is the longest tenure for any active player on the roster.

Tate is unlikely to get a lot of playing time, based on his salary and past seasons in a Rockets jersey. Last season, he played 46 games, in which he averaged 2.8 points, 1.6 rebounds, and .5 assists across 8.8 minutes.

This is certainly not a game-changing signing, but his signing adds a safety net in case there are multiple sustained injuries in the upcoming season. If he is needed, Ime Udoka can confidently give him minutes and rely on his defensive mentality.

Playing seven years in Houston, he has his place on the roster and has clear expectations for his role on the team.

It is clear that Houston’s management is focused on opening the roster’s salary flexibility, and this is a small step toward being more flexible.