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Pelicans Cut Ties With Former NBA Champion Guard After One Game

Pelicans Cut Ties With Former NBA Champion Guard After One Game

Summary

The New Orleans Pelicans have released guard Jaden Springer after he played in two preseason games for them. Springer, a former NBA champion with the Boston Celtics, averaged 3.5 points, 2.0 rebounds, and 1.5 assists during his brief preseason stint with the Pelicans.

Key Facts

  • Jaden Springer was waived by the New Orleans Pelicans after two preseason games.
  • He did not play in the Pelicans' regular season opener against the Memphis Grizzlies.
  • In his two preseason games, Springer averaged 3.5 points, 2.0 rebounds, and 1.5 assists.
  • Springer, 23, was originally drafted by the Philadelphia 76ers in 2021.
  • He won an NBA G League title with the Delaware Blue Coats and was the championship MVP.
  • Springer joined the Boston Celtics and was part of their championship team, appearing in four postseason games.
  • He has played in 110 NBA games in total, averaging 2.9 points, 1.4 rebounds, and 0.8 assists per game.
  • Springer is still young and seeks to continue his career with another NBA team.
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