Rockets waive Tristen Newton to clear a two-way spot for Rafael Castro

Houston has cut guard Tristen Newton, according to NBA.com's transaction log. Newton signed a two-way deal in January and played a single NBA game for the Rockets, scoring 12 against Memphis on April 12.

The spot goes to rookie center Rafael Castro, who signed a two-way contract Wednesday and joins Sean Pedulla and Quadir Copeland on Houston's two-way roster.

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