The Houston Rockets know what Fred VanVleet brings to the table as a leader. It seems the National Basketball Players' Association (NBPA) does as well, as they've just elected him as their new president.
It's an honorable distinction. CJ McCollum has been the president for years. He oversaw a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) that revolutonized the league by ushering in an era of parity. This is a consequential position to hold. Now, VanVleet will take over.
The league couldn't ask for a better leader.
VanVleet's leadership has not gone unnoticed in Houston. It's been vital.