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Rockets Waive JD Davison, Clearing Guard Space
6 Aug
Summary
- Houston Rockets waived guard JD Davison on August 6, 2026.
- Davison's contract had only $82k guaranteed, making his release financially minor.
- New signings like Marcus Smart and Bogdan Bogdanovic contributed to Davison's departure.
The Houston Rockets announced on August 6, 2026, that they are waiving guard JD Davison. This decision comes after Davison was upgraded from a two-way deal to a standard NBA contract worth $2.5 million over two years, with only $82,000 guaranteed.
The Rockets' backcourt has become significantly more crowded following several offseason moves. The acquisition of Marcus Smart and Bogdan Bogdanovic, coupled with the expected significant minutes for Reed Sheppard and the presence of Fred VanVleet, left little room for Davison.
Standing at just 6'1", Davison's limited size made him less viable for a shooting guard role, and his path to point guard minutes was blocked. This roster reshuffling makes his release a logical step for the team.
