On August 19, Beijing time, the basketball world, which is in the offseason, is recruiting for the upcoming new season, and constantly adjusting and optimizing the team's roster. Just now, the NBA reached three formal signings and one layoff, and there were the latest trade developments from a number of players such as LeBron, Brownie James, James Harden, Brandon Ingram and Andrew Wiggins.
Here are the official signings and layoffs reached today
Signing One: The Magic signed Quinn
August 18, 2023 at 6:54 PM CST by Rory Maher
According to Chris Haynes, Quinn's agent, Daniel Hazan, told him that the Magic had officially signed free agent guard Quinn to a one-year contract.
Quinn, 26, entered the NBA through the draft in 2020, but he played in the NBA's Development League for most of his first three professional seasons and was named NBA's Development League Most Valuable Player in 2021/22.
Over the past two seasons, Quinn has played a total of 17 NBA games on a two-way contract with the Rockets and Pacers, averaging 8.5 minutes per game while shooting 35.5 percent from the field and 28.2 percent from three-point range, averaging 3.8 points and 1.9 rebounds per game.
Last season, Quinn again put up outstanding numbers in the Development League, including averaging 23.7 points, 6.0 rebounds, 5.1 assists and 2.3 steals for the Fort Wayne Ants in 11 Display Cup games. In 24 NBA regular-season games, he averaged 22.6 points, 6.5 rebounds, 4.5 assists and 2.1 steals per game.
Signing two: The Thunder sign Lindy Waters III
According to Charania, the Oklahoma City City officially signed Lindy Waters III, and the two sides reached a two-way contract.
The 26-year-old has spent the past two seasons with the Thunder and the Oklahoma Blues, the Thunder's development league offshoot. In 66 NBA games, he averaged 6.3 points, 2.2 assists per game, shooting 39.9 percent from the field and 36 percent from three-point range.
Signing three: The Lone Ranger signs Derek Jones Jr
Today, the Dallas Mavericks officially announced that the team has officially signed Derek Jones Jr.
"We are thrilled to welcome Derek to Dallas," said general manager Nick Harrison, "Derek has always shown a team-first attitude and he has the ability to adjust his game to complement his teammates." His versatility at both ends of the offensive and defensive ends will allow us to navigate a variety of different line-ups. ”
Jones, who was just 26 years old in June, previously turned down a $3.36 million player contract with the Bulls and became a free agent. He was the last player on the open market to refuse a contract for next season.
The Chicago Bulls acquired Jones in a three-team trade in 2021 and renewed a two-year, $6.56 million contract with him last summer. He played in 64 games last season, all off the bench, averaging 5.0 points and 2.4 rebounds in 14 minutes per game.
Layoff one: The Thunder cut Tette Washington Jr
The Thunder officially announced today that the team has officially cut guard Tai Washington Jr.
As the 29th pick in the 2022 draft, Washington played in 31 games for the Rockets last season, averaging 14.0 minutes, 4.7 points, 1.5 assists and 1.5 rebounds, but he shot just 36.3 percent from the field and 23.8 percent from three-point range.
The former Kentucky standout has excelled in the Development League game, averaging 23.0 points, 6.0 assists and 4.6 rebounds for the Rio Grande Valley Vipers in 18 Show Cup and regular season games. However, his scoring efficiency is still not high, shooting 44.2 percent from the field and just 31.7 percent from beyond the three-point line.
Here are the latest player trading updates:
One: LeBron James is expected to join the 76ers
76ers president Morey has never been afraid to chase stars, and while Harden insists on leaving, Morey will stick with it until he receives an offer that meets his asking price. In addition to Harden's farce, it is reported that he has set his sights on the next superstar.
NBA insider Kevin O'Connor reports that LeBron James may join the 76ers next season. James has a player option in his post-2023-24 contract, and he is widely expected to turn down the contract and become a free agent.
James has made clear his intention to end his career; He wants to play with his son Brownie, which is the last thing on his to-do list. While his fate may hinge on NBA Draft Lotto and Brownie may also be drafted, Philadelphia is a team James might consider.
They have superstar Joel Embiid, which makes them a long-term championship contender. The Philadelphia 76ers have a lot of salary space in 2024, which could attract James to join.
Two: The Lakers could get Harden
Following James Harden's trade request to the Philadelphia 76ers, according to an NBA writer Ali Schwartz, the Los Angeles Lakers want to get the superstar guard from the 76ers. It is reported that the specific trade plan is: the Lakers exchange DeAngelo Russell, Rui Hachimura and a top-five protected first-round pick in 2029 for Harden.
"While Harden is not what he used to be, he is still very efficient, and he was number one in the league in assists per game last season," Schwartz wrote in his latest NBA trade column. For Los A.S., with some quality chips, it's easy to outbid other potential suitors. ”
According to NBA insider Mark Stein, the 76ers remain opposed to trading Harden unless the deal sustains or enhances their ability to win championships. Harden has made a trade request to the 76ers and wants to be traded to the Los Angeles Clippers, but because Harden's contract does not have a non-tradeable clause, the Philadelphia 76ers do not have to honor the trade request.
In 58 games with the 76ers last season, Harden averaged 21.0 points, 6.1 rebounds and 10.7 assists while shooting 44.1 percent from the field, 38.5 percent from three-point range and 86.7 percent from the free-throw line. For the second time in his career, he led the NBA in assists per game.
If Lakers management finds a way to get Harden, who was born and raised in Los Angeles, they could form a starting five of Harden, Austin Reeves, LeBron James, Jared Vanderbilt and Anthony Davis.
Three: The Warriors get Ingram
According to the US media Backward World Report, an NBA writer broke the news that the Golden State Warriors are expected to acquire Brandon Ingram from the New Orleans Pelicans, and if the deal is successful, it will be a trade that can change the league. The specific transaction plan is:
Golden State Warriors wins: Brandon Ingram
The New Orleans Pelicans received: Andrew Wiggins, Jonathan Kuminga, Moses Moody
This deal is a significant improvement for the Warriors as a whole, and has helped Stephen Curry reduce the burden on the offensive end. Ingram's favorite player on every team, known as Durant Jr., averaged 24.7 points, 5.5 rebounds and 5.8 assists for the Pelicans last season while shooting 39.0 percent from three-point range. He's a singles player and an excellent playmaker, and his combination with Curry will leave opponents helpless.
For the Pelicans, Andrew Wiggins is one of the best 3D players in the league, he has excellent offensive skills and can defend the best players on the opposing side. Andrew Wiggins played in 37 games for the Warriors last season, averaging 17.1 points, 5.0 rebounds and 2.3 assists while shooting 47.3 percent from the field, 39.6 percent from three-point range and 61.1 percent from the free throw line.