Rockets Waive Four Camp Players as Roster Locks In Under Cap Limits

Overview

• Houston waived Vernon Carey Jr., Ricky Council IV, Tyrese Hunter and Cameron Matthews from non‑guaranteed training‑camp contracts.
• The moves follow sign‑and‑waive Exhibit 10 deals for Caleb McConnell and Daishen Nix, with all five recent signees expected to join the Rio Grande Valley Vipers.
• The Rockets enter the season with 14 guaranteed standard contracts and all three two‑way slots filled.
• Houston is hard‑capped at the first apron and sits about $1.25 million below it, restricting additions to a 15th standard spot without other moves.
• The Vipers hold returning rights to Nix and recently acquired McConnell’s rights, and Exhibit 10 terms can yield bonuses up to $85,300 for 60 days of G League service.