Ty Lawson to Puerto Rico
JD Shaw: Former NBA star Ty Lawson is signing a deal in Puerto Rico with Mets de Guaynabo, source tells @HoopsRumors. Lawson has played eight NBA seasons.
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Kenneth Faried to Russia
Kenneth Faried has penned a deal with CSKA Moscow, his previous team, Leones de Ponce announced Friday evening. The Russian powerhouse confirmed his addition on Saturday morning. The newcomer inked a contract for the next two months with an option to extend for the remainder of the 2021-22 season. “I am excited to be a part of the NBA team of EuroLeague and such a big organization such as CSKA Moscow,” he said, “I am excited to be able to contribute with my presence to help achieve many mutual goals together and I am appreciative for the opportunity to play.”
“We have our ears and eyes open on the market, we had two spots on the roster available,” pointed out Itoudis, “Faried is well-known for his aggressivity on the defensive end, on boards, etc. He is going to bring his energy and enthusiasm. Though he has accomplished a lot in his life he still has the eagerness and competitiveness in his soul. We have talked also extensively last year, he was on our radar but it did not happen then. We welcome Kenneth to our club, he knows the obligations. We are looking forward to this cooperation.”
Kenneth Faried to Puerto Rico
JD Shaw: Free agent Kenneth Faried has signed in Puerto Rico with Leones de Ponce, the team announced. Faried, an eight-year NBA veteran, most recently played summer league with the Trail Blazers in Las Vegas.
Mario Chalmers to play in Puerto Rico
Fer Martínez Larrosa: Mario Chalmers has signed with Indios de Mayagüez (Puerto Rico).
Amida Brimah signs for Puerto Rican team
Scott Agness: Former Pacers/Mad Ants center Amida Brimah has signed with @mets_guaynabo in Puerto Rico, per source.
