Fred VanVleet is staying put.
Sportsnet's Michael Grange confirmed that the scrappy, undrafted guard has agreed to a four-year deal worth $85 million to remain with the only NBA franchise he's ever known.
— Fred VanVleet (@FredVanVleet) November 21, 2020
On Twitter, people around the NBA chimed in on VanVleet's rise from humble beginnings to a mega contract, congratulating him for "betting on himself." VanVleet's backcourt mate, Kyle Lowry, was among the first to share his excitement. Here's all the best social media reaction to the news.
Nothing but love for @FredVanVleet from @Klow7 pic.twitter.com/pfn3n51sei
— Sportsnet (@Sportsnet) November 21, 2020