Rockets waive two-way wing Rafael Castro, Udoka cites frontcourt depth

Rockets coach Ime Udoka confirmed Rafael Castro was waived and cited frontcourt depth; the team will consider several candidates to fill the two-way opening, with Exhibit 10 invitees eligible for conversion.

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- Udoka told reporters the Rockets waived two-way Rafael Castro because they feel confident in frontcourt depth.
- He listed Alperen Şengün, Steven Adams, Clint Capela and camp invitee Oscar Tshiebwe as part of that depth.
- Udoka said the team has "four or five" candidates under consideration to fill the two-way opening.
- Rafael Castro's two-way contract was cut, creating one two-way roster vacancy for Houston.
- Exhibit 10 players Oscar Tshiebwe and Julian Phillips remain eligible for two-way conversions and are candidates to fill the opening.
- The move signals the Rockets prioritizing established frontcourt options for early-season depth.

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