The LA Clippers yesterday re-signed free agent Kawhi Leonard. Per the Los Angeles Times, “a person with knowledge of the contract said Thursday that the fourth year is a player option; he will earn $176 million over the length of the deal. The final season runs through 2024-25, the same season the Clippers hope to … Continue reading "Clippers re-sign Kawhi Leonard"
The LA Clippers have re-signed free agent Nicolas Batum. Per the Los Angeles Times, “Batum agreed to take less money than he could have — a first-year salary projected to be around $3.2 million, instead of the team’s taxpayer mid-level exception worth $5.9 million.” “Nico is a terrific player, a selfless teammate and a consummate … Continue reading "Clippers re-sign Nicolas Batum"
The Portland Trail Blazers have signed rookie forward Greg Brown III. Brown, 19, was selected by the Pelicans with the 43rd overall pick in the second round of the 2021 NBA Draft. The Trail Blazers acquired his draft rights on draft night in exchange for a future second-round draft pick and cash considerations. As a … Continue reading "Trail Blazers sign rookie forward Greg Brown III"
The Utah Jazz have signed rookie guard Jared Butler. Butler (6-3, 195, Baylor) was picked 40th overall (2nd round) in the 2021 NBA draft. He ranked third in the Big 12 in scoring in 2020-21, averaging 16.7 points to go with 4.8 assists, 3.3 rebounds and 2.0 steals while shooting 41.6 percent from three-point range … Continue reading "Utah Jazz sign rookie guard Jared Butler"
The Denver Nuggets have signed forward Jeff Green to a multiyear contract, President of Basketball Operations Tim Connelly announced today. “We are very excited to welcome Jeff and his family to Denver,” said Connelly. “He brings a wealth of experience to our team; his impact will be felt both on the court and in the … Continue reading "Denver Nuggets sign Jeff Green"
