Copeland recorded one point (0-0 FG, 1-3 FT) and one assist across six minutes in Thursday's 116-89 preseason victory over Oklahoma City.
Copeland didn't attempt a field goal during his brief appearance, with his lone point coming at the free-throw line. The rookie also committed one turnover and didn't register a rebound. His limited involvement in the preseason finale suggests he'll face an uphill battle to secure meaningful minutes in Houston's crowded rotation.
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Rockets' Quadir Copeland: Drops 24 points in Summer League
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Copeland finished Saturday's 101-90 Summer League loss to Memphis with 24 points (9-13 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three assists, two rebounds and two steals over 27 minutes.
Copeland was more aggressive offensively coming out of halftime, scoring 18 of his team-high 24 points over the final two quarters of Saturday's game. It was his best Summer League performance across five games and gives him a little bit of momentum heading into training camp. Copeland signed a two-way contract with the Rockets in late June after not being selected by a team during the 2026 NBA Draft.
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Rockets' Quadir Copeland: Joining Houston on two-way pact
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Copeland agreed to a two-way contract with the Rockets on Wednesday, Dushawn London of 247sports.com reports.
Copeland didn't hear his name called in the 2026 NBA Draft but will get an opportunity with the Rockets. However, he'll likely spend the majority of his time with their G League affiliate, the Rio Grande Valley Vipers. Over 34 games with NC State in 2025-26, the 22-year-old guard averaged 13.9 points, 6.5 assists, 3.6 rebounds and 1.8 steals in 28.8 minutes per game.
