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Houston Rockets — Summer League 2026
Las Vegas, NV July 9-19, 2026Roster size: 5Linked prospects: 1Scouted: 4
Quadir CopelandTWO-WAYTwo-Way
From: NC State
Long, switchable wing who impacted games at Syracuse and NC State with versatility on defense and playmaking vision in transition. Shooting mechanics remain inconsistent—career 28% from three—which limits his half-court offensive value. Watch whether he can knock down spot-up threes consistently; if not, he's a camp body rather than a legitimate rotation piece.
Tristen NewtonPick No. 49 in 2024 NBA Draft
From: Houston Rockets
Experienced floor general from back-to-back UConn championship teams who controls tempo, makes simple reads, and competes defensively with functional strength. Limited burst and a flat shooting stroke (33% from three as a senior) cap his upside as anything more than a third-string orchestrator. Summer League will test whether he can score efficiently in space without elite college spacing and execution around him.
Davide CasarinTRYOUT
From: Vanoli Cremona (Italy – Serie A)
Italian combo guard with solid three-point shooting (career 36% in Serie A) and secondary playmaking who understands angles and spacing. Lacks NBA-level athleticism and struggles to create separation or finish through contact against length. Watch his decision-making under ball pressure—needs to prove he can handle defensive intensity without turning it over.
Oscar CluffTRYOUT
From: Purdue
Big-bodied Purdue center (7'0", 265) who sets crushing screens, cleans glass, and protects the rim with decent timing. Feet are heavy, offers zero spacing, and gets hunted in pick-and-roll coverage on the perimeter. Watch his conditioning and whether he can stay on the floor in uptempo Summer League action—likely overseas or G League depth at best.
Rosters sourced from official team announcements & ClutchPoints tracker · Scouting via internal analysis · Last updated 2026-07-01