Rafael Castro spent time on two-way contract with Rockets earlier in offseason

Center joins Lakers camp after brief stint in Houston.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 55m1 min read

Castro had been on a two-way with the Rockets earlier this offseason https://t.co/MvGohQp87S Via @DanWoikeSports on X

What happened: Rafael Castro spent time on a two-way contract with the Houston Rockets earlier this offseason. The rookie center was previously part of Houston's developmental system.

Why it matters: Castro recently joined the Lakers' training camp roster. The move adds him to the Los Angeles system ahead of the 2026-27 NBA season.

What to watch: Castro will participate in training camp as he competes for a permanent roster spot.

Sources

@DanWoikeSports 2026-10-09T23:21:42.811067+00:00

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