Open Extended ReactionsHouston Rockets forward Jabari Smith Jr. intends to sign a five-year, $122 million rookie contract extension, sources told ESPN. Rockets officials and Smith's agent, Wallace Prather of LIFT Sports Management, negotiated the fully guaranteed deal through the 2030-31 season. Smith was part of a young Rockets core that blossomed into a force this past season, helping Houston to the No. Smith, 22, averaged 12.2 points and 7.0 rebounds during a campaign that was disrupted by a broken left hand in January. As the Rockets negotiated the Durant trade, the franchise continually rebuffed requests from the Suns to include Smith, making clear that Smith was part of Houston's long-term core, sources said.