Summary
The Houston Rockets have released power forward Tyler Smith and signed shooting guard Tristen Newton. Smith was cut after limited court time with the Rockets and Bucks. Newton, who won two NCAA titles, joins the Rockets after being waived by the Minnesota Timberwolves.
Key Facts
- The Houston Rockets released Tyler Smith and signed Tristen Newton.
- Tyler Smith was previously signed on a two-way deal with Houston but did not play for the Rockets.
- Smith was drafted by the Milwaukee Bucks in 2024 but spent most of his time in the G League.
- Milwaukee Bucks cut Smith to make room for Amir Coffey, prompting his later move to Houston.
- Tristen Newton was drafted by the Indiana Pacers but let go by both the Pacers and Minnesota Timberwolves.
- Newton won two NCAA championships with the University of Connecticut.
- Before joining Houston, Newton was with the Iowa Wolves, a G League team, where he had a strong performance.
