Rockets waive Mason Jones, acquire Anthony Lamb

Mason Jones #9 of the Houston Rockets (Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images)

The Houston Rockets have decided to waive rookie Mason Jones for G-League forward Anthony Lamb. Despite some impressive showings at various moments this season, the Rockets have chosen to waive rookie guard Mason Jones and replace him with G-League forward Anthony Lamb.

The Houston Rockets didn’t see enough from Mason Jones

Jones showed glimpses of talent and productivity earlier in the season with three double-digit scoring nights in his first nine games. He also demonstrated a level of confidence that many rookies struggle to acquire in their first season.

However, most of his 22 games saw relatively quiet nights…