What happened: D'Angelo Russell signed in China five days after Memphis waived him Sept. 25 ahead of camp. He departs after two months in Memphis following a July six-team trade.

Why it matters: Memphis cleared a backcourt roster spot on the eve of camp for the upcoming 2026-27 season. His China move removes an experienced guard from the NBA free-agent pool.

What to watch: Shanghai prepares for the CBA campaign while Memphis finalizes its camp roster.