Impact Hinton made 15 regular-season appearances for Houston last year but was unable to make the roster for this regular season. Hinton will likely spend the 2024-25 campaign with Rio Grande Valley Vipers of the G League.
OCTOBER 19 • ROTOWIRE
NATE HINTON
Let go by Houston The Rockets waived Hinton on Saturday, Jonathan Feigen of the Houston Chronicle reports.
Signs Exhibit 10 deal with Rockets The Rockets signed Hinton to an Exhibit 10 deal Monday, Kelly Iko of The Athletic reports.
Impact The Rockets previously decided not to extend a two-way qualifying offer to Hinton. The 25-year-old averaged 2.2 points and 1.5 rebounds across 5.0 minutes in 15 regular-season games with the club last season. However, Hinton will now have the chance to prove he is worth another two-way contract with Houston's Summer League team.
JULY 1 • ROTOWIRE
Recalled from G League The Rockets recalled Hinton from the G League's Rio Grande Valley Vipers on Thursday, Adam Wexler of Sportstalk 790 Houston reports.
Impact The Vipers were eliminated from the G League playoffs Tuesday, so Hinton will join the parent club as the NBA season winds down. Over 11 appearances with the Rockets this year, he's averaged 2.8 points in 5.3 minutes per game.
APRIL 4 • ROTOWIRE
Rare appearance in loss Hinton produced no counting stats in one minute during Wednesday's 110-99 loss to the Pelicans.
Impact Hinton failed to score in one minute of action, continuing his season full of disappointment, To this point, he has seen the floor only eight times, scoring a grand total of 14 points. There is obviously nothing to see here from a fantasy perspective.
FEBRUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE
Promoted to Houston Houston recalled Hinton from the G League's Rio Grande Vipers on Sunday, Adam Wexler of Sportstalk 790 Houston reports.
Impact Hinton joins the Rockets in advance of Sunday's contest versus Boston, although he hasn't logged NBA action since a blowout victory over Dallas on Dec. 22. That being said, Houston closes a back-to-back set on Sunday, so Hinton could see a minor role, especially since Tari Eason (leg) is out and Jabari Smith (ankle) is banged up.
JANUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE
Recalled by Houston The Rockets recalled Hinton from the G League's Rio Grande Valley Vipers on Friday, Lachard Binkley of TheDreamShake.com reports.
Impact Hinton was productive in Rio Grande Valley's Showcase Cup loss to the Remix on Thursday, tallying 16 points, seven rebounds, four steals and three assists in 29 minutes. However, he's unlikely to be part of the rotation for the parent club.
DECEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Back to NBA Houston recalled Hinton from the G League's Rio Grande Valley Vipers on Monday, Jonathan Feigen of the Houston Chronicle reports.
Impact Hinton has been showcasing an impressive all-around skill set in the G League, averaging 14.2 points, 8.8 rebounds, 7.2 assists and 2.3 steals per game. However, he's unlikely to carve out an NBA role, barring injuries.
NOVEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Available Sunday Hinton (ankle) is available for Sunday's game against the Warriors.
Impact Hinton's status isn't particularly surprising since he was deemed probable ahead of Sunday's game. He's unlikely to be a significant part of the Rockets' rotation.
OCTOBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Expected to suit up Sunday Hinton (ankle) is probable for Sunday's game versus the Warriors.
Impact Hinton is expected to suit up Sunday after missing the previous game with an ankle injury. However, he is unlikely to receive extended minutes.
OCTOBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Won't play Friday Hinton is out for Friday's game versus the Spurs due to a right ankle sprain.
Impact Hinton's absence shouldn't affect Houston's rotation. While his next chance to suit up is Sunday's matchup with the Warriors, Hinton will also spend time in the G League this season.
OCTOBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Two-way changes: Rockets add Nate Williams, Nate Hinton; drop Trevor Hudgins, Darius Days Nate Williams and Nate Hinton are replacing Darius Days and Trevor Hudgins as the recipients of Houston’s final two-way contract slots for t...
OCTOBER 24, 2023 • USATODAY.COM
Inks two-way deal with Houston Hinton signed a two-way contract with the Rockets on Monday.
Impact Hinton was waived Saturday after signing an Exhibit 10 deal with the Rockets in August, but he'll now return to the organization as one of its three two-way players. The Houston product is expected to see time with both the Rockets and the G League's Rio Grande Valley Vipers during the 2023-24 campaign.
OCTOBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Let go by Houston The Rockets waived Hinton on Saturday, Keith Smith of Spotrac.com reports.
Impact Hinton was released from his Exhibit 10 contract after spending the preseason with Houston. He will likely spend the 2023-24 campaign with the Rockets' G League affiliate, the Rio Grande Valley Vipers.
OCTOBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Brooklyn takes on Indiana, seeks 4th straight victory
Brooklyn looks to prolong its three-game win streak with a victory against IndianaAPRIL 10, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Embiid has 41 points, 20 rebounds as Sixers down Pacers
Joel Embiid made his closing argument for MVP votes and improved his chances of winning the NBA scoring title as the Philadelphia 76ers beat the Indiana Pacers 133-120APRIL 9, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Signs on with Pacers Hinton signed a one-year, two-way contract with the Pacers on Thursday.
Impact With Indiana upgrading Terry Taylor and Duane Washington to standard NBA contracts, Hinton and Gabe York were brought in from the G League's Fort Wayne Mad Ants to fill the two open two-way slots. Hinton, who went undrafted out of Houston in 2020, appeared in 21 games for the Mavericks in 2020-21 and two for the Pacers earlier this season when the team required COVID-19-related reinforcements. Hinton could fill a small role off the bench for the Pacers' final two games of the season.
APRIL 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
DeMar DeRozan hits 3 at buzzer, Bulls beat Pacers 108-106
DeMar DeRozan made a 28-foot 3-pointer at the buzzer to give the Chicago Bulls a 108-106 victory over the Indiana Pacers on FridayDECEMBER 31, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
4 things to know about new Pacers guard Nate Hinton Hinton gives the Pacers 20 players on their roster for training camp. Here's how an Exhibit 10 contract works.
SEPTEMBER 8, 2021 • INDYSTAR.COM
Dallas Mavericks waive second-year guard Nate Hinton On the same day the Mavericks introduced their new offseason acquisitions, they bid farewell to a member of their roster. The Mavs announced...
AUGUST 27, 2021 • DALLASNEWS.COM
Tim Cato: Nate Hinton has been waived by the Mavericks... - The Athletic Nate Hinton has been waived by the Mavericks, I'm told by a source. He was on a two-way contract but failed to impress at summer league, lea...
AUGUST 27, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Dallas Mavericks: Nate Hinton throws down monster dunk in G League The Dallas Mavericks were forced to go deep into their bench earlier this season as COVID issues ravaged the team. They had just 11 healthy...
FEBRUARY 16, 2021 • THESMOKINGCUBAN.COM
Mavericks: What to expect from Tyler Bey and Nate Hinton in G League The Dallas Mavericks finally have a fully healthy roster. Maxi Kleber returned on Feb. 1 to make all 17 players available. Coach Rick Carlis...
FEBRUARY 3, 2021 • THESMOKINGCUBAN.COM
Mavericks rookie Nate Hinton on averaging nine boards as guard, NBA future: Q&A The undrafted signee will be yet another 3-and-D wing vying for time on the roster.
DECEMBER 3, 2020 • THEATHLETIC.COM
