All articles tagged with #two way contract
Portland signed guard Chris Youngblood to a two-way contract, adding him after his stint with the Oklahoma City Thunder and strong G League showing; the move fills the Blazers' final two-way slot and leaves the team at 18 players total.
The Lakers have waived their two-way player Trey Jemison as part of a roster overhaul, and are expected to sign Christian Koloko and Chris Mamon to fill the spots, with a potential signing of Eric Dixon pending official confirmation.
Daeqwon Plowden has impressed the Golden State Warriors with his standout performances in the NBA Summer League, leading to a two-way contract. Known for his defensive prowess and ability to score, Plowden fits well with the Warriors' style of play and could follow in the footsteps of previous two-way success stories like Alfonzo McKinnie and Juan Toscano-Anderson. His versatility and basketball intellect make him a promising addition to the team.
Rich Paul, agent of Bronny James, has stated that Bronny will not sign a two-way NBA contract, emphasizing a focus on a serious team-plan investment. Bronny, who declared for the NBA Draft and is expected to be a second-round pick, will only work out for a few teams, including the Phoenix Suns and Los Angeles Lakers. Speculation continues about whether LeBron James might join whichever team drafts his son.
The Philadelphia 76ers have converted Ricky Council IV's two-way contract to a standard NBA deal, signing him for four years and $7.4 million. Council, a young wing, has impressed with standout performances, including a 19-point, 10-rebound game against the Wizards and a crucial role in a double overtime win against the Spurs. His journey from undrafted to securing a long-term deal reflects his gratitude towards the Sixers for taking a chance on him.
The Phoenix Suns have signed center Udoka Azubuike to a two-way contract, adding him to their center rotation alongside Deandre Ayton, Drew Eubanks, Chimezie Metu, and Bol Bol. Azubuike, who was drafted by the Utah Jazz in 2020, played three seasons for the Jazz before becoming a free agent. He averaged 3.3 points and 3.3 rebounds per game during his time with the Jazz. The Suns now have one more two-way spot available after signing Saben Lee earlier in the offseason.
The New York Knicks are signing free agent Nathan Knight to a two-way contract, adding the big man to their roster. Knight, who previously played for the Minnesota Timberwolves and Atlanta Hawks, has yet to establish himself as a consistent NBA player. The two-way deal allows him to be active for up to 50 regular season games for the Knicks. This signing fills the second of the team's three two-way slots, with one spot still available.
Jay Scrubb, the standout scorer for the Boston Celtics during the NBA Summer League, has reportedly agreed to a two-way contract with the team. Scrubb's impressive performance earned him the contract, filling the second of Boston's three available two-way spots. The 22-year-old player, who played college basketball at John A. Logan College, was drafted in the 2020 NBA Draft and has appeared in games for the Los Angeles Clippers and Orlando Magic. The Celtics now have one remaining two-way contract available.
Jay Scrubb, a standout player for the Boston Celtics in the NBA Summer League, is vying for a two-way contract. With impressive performances, Scrubb has caught the attention of many and is considered deserving of a contract. However, he has previously declined two-way contract offers and may not be interested in returning to the G-League. The Celtics have other options as well, with Justin Champagnie and Olek Balcerowski also performing well in the summer league.
The Portland Trail Blazers have re-signed John Butler Jr. to a two-way contract for the 2023-24 season. The seven-foot center will represent the Blazers at the Las Vegas Summer League after playing 19 games last season. Despite his height, Butler Jr. sees himself more suited to playing positions two-through-four. He went undrafted in 2022 after one season at Florida State. NBA teams will be able to sign three two-way players in the upcoming season.
The Sacramento Kings have signed Jalen Slawson to a two-way contract. Slawson, the 54th overall pick in the 2023 NBA Draft, had an impressive college career at Furman and led his team to a conference championship and an NCAA Tournament win. The 6-7 forward earned several accolades during the 2022-23 season, including SoCon Player of the Year.
Center Ibou Badji has re-signed with the Trail Blazers on a two-way contract after impressing with the Wisconsin Herd in the G League. The 7'1" Senegalese center averaged 7.4 points, 6.6 rebounds, and 2.4 blocks in seven games before undergoing knee surgery. He is expected to be ready for training camp.
Terquavion Smith, the highest-rated undrafted prospect by Jonathan Givony, signed a two-way contract with the Philadelphia 76ers after going undrafted in the NBA Draft. He will likely start the season with the team's G-League affiliate in Delaware.
The Milwaukee Bucks have signed Omari Moore, a guard from San Jose State, to a two-way contract. Moore was ranked 62 overall by ESPN's Jonathan Givony and had a productive senior season, averaging 17.4 points, 4.8 assists, and 4.7 rebounds. He impressed during the combine and his school's Pro Day, earning a spot with the Bucks and Wisconsin Herd. Moore's signing is a continuation of the team's emphasis on perimeter athleticism and backcourt versatility.
The Los Angeles Lakers have signed Missouri guard D'Moi Hodge to a two-way contract following the 2023 NBA Draft. Hodge is an older prospect at 24 years old, but has real 3-and-D qualities that make him an interesting flier for the Lakers. The Lakers also signed Florida center Colin Castleton to a two-way contract and now have three two-way contracts, including Cole Swider.