Rafael Castro Signs Two-Way Deal With Milwaukee Bucks

The undrafted George Washington big joins the Bucks on a two-way contract as a defensive, rebound-focused prospect whose limited perimeter shooting could curb his long-term upside.

Overview

After going undrafted, Castro signed a two-way contract with the Milwaukee Bucks that lets him split time between Milwaukee’s NBA roster and its G League affiliate while he develops.
Castro finished his college career at George Washington as a highly productive mid-major big, averaging about 15.3 points, 9.1 rebounds, 1.7 blocks and 1.8 steals per game and earning national defensive recognition.
Pre-draft testing reinforced his appeal to teams because he measured 6'9" barefoot with a 7'1.25" wingspan and ranked among the nation’s better rebounders, traits that project to the NBA level.
Scouts see him as an energy-driven frontcourt player who finishes efficiently around the rim but offers virtually no floor spacing, has limited play-creation and posts a career free-throw rate in the mid-60s that raises questions about shooting touch.
Castro’s near-term path is clear: provide immediate value through effort, defense and second-chance plays in limited minutes while trying to add shooting and feel in the G League if he hopes to earn sustained NBA rotation minutes.