January 24, 2025
ANALYSIS
After being waived by Toronto on Jan. 7, Fernando didn't catch on with another NBA team and will now continue his career overseas with a contract that keeps him on Real Madrid's books through the 2025-26 season. The 26-year-old appeared in 17 games for the Raptors prior to being cut loose, averaging 3.4 points, 3.0 rebounds and 1.1 assists in 8.5 minutes per contest. Over his six-year NBA career, Fernando has played for four teams, averaging 3.7 points and 3.1 rebounds in 9.8 minutes per game.