Vernon Carey Jr. News, Rumors, Updates - Utah Jazz

Waived by Houston The Rockets waived Carey on Saturday, Keith Smith of Spotrac.com reports.

Impact Carey was signed to an Exhibit 10 deal on Oct. 17, and he wasn't expected to make the final roster. Look for him to suit up for the Rio Grande Valley Vipers in the G League.

OCTOBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Waived by Houston The Rockets waived Carey on Saturday, Keith Smith of Spotrac.com reports.

Impact Carey was signed to an Exhibit 10 deal on Oct. 17, and he wasn't expected to make the final roster. Look for him to suit up for the Rio Grande Valley Vipers in the G League.

OCTOBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Signs with Houston Carey has signed with the Rockets on Friday, Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Impact The Rockets don't have any preseason games left, so Carey seems ticketed to be assigned to the Rio Grande Valley Vipers sooner rather than later. Carey hasn't played in an NBA regular-season game since the 2022-23 season, when he made 11 appearances off the bench for the Wizards.

OCTOBER 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Let go by Utah The Jazz waived Carey on Friday, Ben Anderson of KSL News Salt Lake City reports.

Impact Carey signed with Utah on a two-year, non-guaranteed contract in April. However, Carey didn't make any appearances for the team, so his release is unsurprising. The 22-year-old big man will be a free agent heading into the 2023-24 season.

JULY 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores 18 with 10 boards Carey had 18 points (8-16 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 1-2 FT), 10 rebounds and an assist across 24 minutes in Saturday's overtime loss to the Mad Ants.

Impact Carey has been one of the best players for the Go-Go during the current season, and he showed it again here with a strong performance on both ends of the court. He's not expected to have a shot at an NBA contract any time soon, but for now, he continues to thrive at the G League level.

FEBRUARY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back to G League Carey (quadriceps) won't be available for Monday's game against the Warriors after being assigned to the G League.

Impact Carey was unavailable the past few games for the Wizards due to a bruised quad, but it appears he's past the injury. The 21-year-old still won't be available for Washington as he heads to the G League, though he's now at least healthy.

JANUARY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Friday Carey (quadriceps) is out for Friday's game versus the Knicks.

Impact Carey has been downgraded from questionable to out Friday due to a right quadriceps contusion. The third-year big man will have a couple of days to rest up before his next opportunity to return Monday against the Warriors.

JANUARY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable Friday Carey (quadriceps) is questionable for Friday's game against New York.

Impact Carey was unable to suit up Wednesday against Chicago, and it's unclear whether he'll be available Friday. If he's cleared to play, he could play a role in Washington's frontcourt since Daniel Gafford (ankle) and Kristaps Porzingis (ribs) are questionable.

JANUARY 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Downgraded to out Carey (quadriceps) won't play in Wednesday's game versus Chicago.

Impact Carey has been downgraded from questionable to out with a right quadriceps contusion. His next chance to suit up is Friday's matchup with the Knicks.

JANUARY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable Wednesday Carey is questionable for Wednesday's game versus the Bulls due to a right quadriceps contusion.

Impact Carey hasn't seen many minutes for the Wizards this season, averaging just 2.1 minutes in seven games. However, with Daniel Gafford (ankle) and Kristaps Porzingis (ribs) out, the 21-year-old big man could see extended opportunities if he's good to go Wednesday.

JANUARY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Called up by Wizards Carey was recalled from the G League's Capital City Go-Go on Sunday.

Impact Carey spent just under a week in the G League but will now rejoin the parent club. He's played just two minutes in the NBA to begin the year, so it wouldn't be surprising to see him return to the Go-Go soon.

NOVEMBER 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Could play decent amount Thursday Head coach Wes Unseld indicated Thursday that it will be "more of a small ball night" for the Wizards but suggested Carey could still be in for a healthy workload, Ava Wallace of T...

Impact Carey was recalled from the G League ahead of the contest after putting up a double-double in the season opener with the Go-Go. The Wizards are thin at center, with both Kristaps Porzingis (groin) and Taj Gibson (neck) ruled out, opening the door for Carey to see some added minutes.

NOVEMBER 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Recalled from G League The Wizards recalled Carey from the Capital City Go-Go on Thursday.

Impact Carey posted a double-double with 21 points and 10 rebounds in his G League season debut Saturday. While he is expected to spend most of his time with the Go-Go this season, he is available for Thursday's game versus the Mavericks with Kristaps Porzingis (groin) and Taj Gibson (neck) questionable.

NOVEMBER 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Available Sunday Carey (concussion) is available for Sunday's game against the Cavaliers.

Impact Carey missed the first two games of the regular season due to a concussion but will be available against the Cavaliers. He's unlikely to be a significant part of the Wizards' rotation this year.

OCTOBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Cleveland and Washington face off in conference showdown

Washington takes on Cleveland for an Eastern Conference matchup Sunday

OCTOBER 23, 2022 • Associated Press

Questionable Sunday Carey (concussion) is questionable for Sunday's game at Cleveland.

Impact Carey hasn't played yet this season. Even when available, he probably won't be an every-game player.

OCTOBER 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 22, 2022 • Associated Press

Out again Friday Carey (concussion) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Bulls.

Impact Carey missed Wednesday's season opener after suffering a concussion during the preseason, and he'll sit out again Friday after he was initially labeled questionable. The 21-year-old's next chance to take the court will come Sunday in Cleveland.

OCTOBER 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Washington faces conference rival Chicago

The Wizards will play host to conference foe Chicago

OCTOBER 21, 2022 • Associated Press

Questionable to return Friday Carey (concussion) is listed as questionable for Friday's game versus the Bulls.

Impact Carey missed the regular-season opener Wednesday due to a concussion he suffered in the preseason. It doesn't appear that he has cleared concussion protocols, so if he doesn't play Friday, his next opportunity will be Sunday versus Cleveland.

OCTOBER 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Wednesday Carey (concussion) has been ruled out for Wednesday's regular-season opener against the Pacers.

Impact Carey suffered a concussion during the preseason and will remain sidelined to start the regular season despite returning to practice recently. His next chance to make his season debut will come Friday against the Bulls.

OCTOBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Still in concussion protocols Carey (concussion) is questionable for Wednesday's regular-season opener versus the Pacers.

Impact Carey missed last Friday's preseason finale due to a concussion but returned to practice Sunday. While there is a good chance Carey plays Wednesday, the Wizards' rotation is unlikely to change much either way as he is set to provide depth behind Kristaps Porzingis, Daniel Gafford and Taj Gibson.

OCTOBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to practice Carey (concussion) was a full participant in Sunday's practice session, Chase Hughes of NBC Sports Washington reports.

Impact Carey was sidelined for Friday's preseason finale due to a concussion, but his return to practice indicates he should be good to go for Wednesday's regular-season opener against the Pacers. The third-year big man figures to provide Washington with frontcourt depth for 2022-23 behind fellow centers Kristaps Porzingis, Daniel Gafford and Taj Gibson.

OCTOBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Friday Carey (concussion) is out for Friday's preseason finale against the Knicks.

Impact Carey was recently involved in a minor car accident and suffered a concussion that'll sideline him for the Wizards' final exhibition game. His next chance to suit up will come during Washington's regular-season opener against the Pacers on Oct. 19.

OCTOBER 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Wizards' Carey in concussion protocol after traffic accident

Vernon Carey Jr. of the Washington Wizards has entered the NBA’s concussion protocol following what the team says was a minor traffic accident

OCTOBER 13, 2022 • Associated Press

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