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NBA Rumors: Kenneth Faried Close to Free Agency Buyout

Update:

Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports that the buyout is complete and Faried will join the Houston Rockets.

Brooklyn's Kenneth Faried has agreed to a contract buyout with the Brooklyn Nets, clearing the way for him to sign a free agent deal with the Houston Rockets, league sources tell ESPN. Faried expected to be waived on Saturday and clear on Monday.

— Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) January 19, 2019

The Rockets will have until Monday to clear a roster spot for Faried. He's expected to move into the Rockets lineup with significant minutes immediately with absence of Clint Capela, league sources said.