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Fears is set to share the second unit with Bennedict Mathurin in 2026-27.

The Pelicans bolstered their bench with Wednesday's signing of Mathurin, who is expected to help lead New Orleans' second unit alongside Fears in the backcourt. Over 82 regular-season games in 2025-26, Fears averaged 14.3 points, 3.7 rebounds and 3.4 assists in 25.8 minutes per game.

Ayton won't play for the Bahamas during upcoming FIBA action, NBA reporter Marc Stein reports.

There's no report of an injury to Ayton, who appears to be sitting out for maintenance purposes. After being shipped to the Wizards this offseason, the 28-year-old big man is lined up as the primary backup big behind Alex Sarr and Anthony Davis ahead of training camp.

Edgecombe is not on the Bahamas' roster ahead of the FIBA World Cup qualifiers, according to NBA reporter Marc Stein.

There's no injury to report, and this is likely Edgecombe's decision. Presumably, his focus is going to be on ramping up ahead of the 2026-27 NBA season, when he'll look to build on a breakout rookie season. However, he'll face added competition for usage after the 76ers added LeBron James and Jaylen Brown this offseason.

Hopkins signed a two-way contract with Denver on Wednesday.

Hopkins was the No. 49 overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. With this transaction, he will be allowed to develop at his own pace with a lot of reps in the G League.

The Rockets waived Newton on Wednesday.

Newton was previously on a two-way contract with the Rockets. He was limited to a single regular-season appearance at the NBA level in 2025-26.

Castro signed a two-way contract with the Rockets on Wednesday.

Castro is coming off an impressive season for George Washington, posting averages of 15.3 points, 9.1 rebounds, 1.8 steals, 1.7 blocks and 1.7 assists across 27.3 minutes per game. He is expected to play a prominent role for Houston's G League affiliate to open the campaign.

Green's future with Minnesota is uncertain following the team's agreement with Jonathan Kuminga.

Green currently sits near the bottom of the depth chart at both forward positions, and the Timberwolves reportedly need to create additional room below the second-apron hard cap before finalizing Kuminga's contract. Minnesota is expected to explore trades involving Green and could waive and stretch his expiring contract if it can't find a deal, making his eventual landing spot more important than his current place in the Timberwolves' rotation.

Clark faces a more difficult path to consistent minutes following Minnesota's addition of Jonathan Kuminga.

Clark currently provides depth at shooting guard and small forward, but Kuminga's expected starting role might push Ayo Dosunmu into a more prominent reserve role while occupying substantial minutes at the forward spots. Clark's defensive ability should keep him in consideration for situational minutes, though he's unlikely to enter the season with a significant fantasy role.

Shannon faces additional competition for playing time following Minnesota's agreement with Jonathan Kuminga.

Shannon currently sits second behind Anthony Edwards at shooting guard while providing depth at both forward spots, but Kuminga's expected place in the starting five further crowds Minnesota's wing rotation. Shannon should still have an opportunity to earn a reserve role, though he'll be competing with Ayo Dosunmu, Jaylen Clark and others for minutes behind the starters.

McDaniels could shift back to small forward following Minnesota's agreement with Jonathan Kuminga.

McDaniels currently sits atop the depth chart at power forward, but Kuminga was reportedly recruited to start at the position alongside McDaniels, Anthony Edwards, LaMelo Ball and Rudy Gobert. McDaniels' playing time should remain secure due to his defensive versatility, though the additions of Kuminga and Ball could result in fewer offensive opportunities.