Did DeAndre Jordan get traded?

Following the trade for James Harden, Philadelphia looks to fortify its big man rotation.

Who got DeAndre Jordan traded to 2021?

The Philadelphia 76ers plan to sign former Los Angeles Lakers center DeAndre Jordan for the rest of the season, a source confirms to Sports Illustrated on Thursday. Jordan, a 33-year-old veteran, joins the Sixers after a short-lived stint with the Lakers.

Did the Lakers get rid of DeAndre Jordan?

To make room for the veteran point guard, the Lakers waived backup big man DeAndre Jordan. By swapping Jordan for Augustin, the Lakers are clearly placing an emphasis on guard play and shooting, as opposed to post play.

Did DeAndre Jordan get traded to Sixers?

The Philadelphia 76ers officially signed the veteran center DeAndre Jordan, Philly's President of Basketball Operations Daryl Morey announced on Thursday night. Jordan, who just wrapped a short stint with the Los Angeles Lakers, will look to take advantage of another opportunity with his sixth organization.

Who did Lakers trade for DeAndre Jordan?

In addition to cutting DeAndre Jordan to make room for DJ Augustin, the Lakers will also sign Wenyen Gabriel to a two-way contract. If you buy something from an SB Nation link, Vox Media may earn a commission.

Did DeAndre Jordan get waived?

DeAndre Jordan cleared waivers and signed with the Philadelphia 76ers, the team announced Thursday. The 76ers terminated Willie Cauley-Stein's 10-day contract to sign Jordan, allowing Cauley-Stein to sign elsewhere. Jordan, 33, appeared in just 32 games for the Los Angeles Lakers this season.

What team did DeAndre Jordan go to?

Brooklyn Nets (2019–2021)

On July 6, 2019, the Brooklyn Nets signed Jordan to a reported four-year contract worth $40 million.

When did 76ers get DeAndre Jordan?

76ers Sign DeAndre Jordan

PHILADELPHIA – MARCH 3, 2022 – Philadelphia 76ers President of Basketball Operations Daryl Morey announced today that the team has signed DeAndre Jordan. Per team policy, terms of the deal were not disclosed. In a related move, Willie Cauley-Stein has been released from his 10-day contract.

Is DeAndre Jordan good?

Jordan is a tremendous shot-blocker as well. He's one of just six players to block at least 5.0 percent of opponents' two-point shots while on the floor over the last four seasons. He led the NBA in Defensive Win Shares during the 2014-15 season, and everybody involved with the Clippers showers his defense with praise.

Why did Lakers cut DeAndre Jordan?

Why did the Lakers cut DeAndre Jordan? While Jordan's pass was just not helpful, the Lakers' decision to cut the three-time All-NBA and two-time NBA All-Defensive Team member was to clear space for D.J. Augustin, former Rockets' guard.

Who did the Lakers just waive?

Ariza played 24 games with Los Angeles during the 2021-22 season. Trevor Ariza averaged 4.0 points and 3.4 rebounds over 24 games with Los Angeles this season. The Los Angeles Lakers have waived Trevor Ariza, the team announced on Thursday.

Who wins DeAndre Jordan deal?

The Nets are trading center DeAndre Jordan, four future-second round picks and $5.78 million to the Pistons in exchange for Jahlil Okafor and Sekou Doumbouya, ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski reports. Detroit waived Jordan's contract, allowing him to become a free agent, per The Athletic's Shams Charania and James Edwards.

Why did Detroit trade for DeAndre Jordan?

Jordan was traded to the Pistons on Friday in a move designed to clear salary for a Brooklyn Nets team that was already deep into the luxury tax. The Pistons will pay the bulk of the $20 million remaining on his deal. The Lakers will pay Jordan his minimum salary of $2.6 million.

Will DeAndre Jordan start for the Lakers?

While the Lakers remain committed to playing just one center moving forward, it's Dwight Howard, not DeAndre Jordan, who will be starting.

Is DeAndre Jordan an All Star?

Jordan is a three-time All-NBA and two-time NBA All-Defensive Team member, and has twice led the league in rebounding. In 2017, he was named an NBA All-Star for the first time. Jordan currently holds the NBA record for best career field goal percentage at 67.4%.

What happens to DeAndre Jordan?

Leaving the Lakers

Jordan signed a deal with the Lakers in the 2021 offseason where he was expected to give the team some size moving forward. He ended up only playing in 32 games for Los Angeles, with 19 starts, and he averaged 4.1 points and 5.4 rebounds in 12.8 minutes per game.

How many 3 has DeAndre Jordan made?

DeAndre Jordan has made 1 three-pointer in his career.

Who is the Sixers backup center?

In the series-deciding Game 7, Embiid was a plus-10 in 45 minutes, but the Sixers got outscored by 12 in his three minutes on the bench. Backup center Greg Monroe was a minus-nine in two minutes (!).

When was DeAndre Jordan waived?

The 34-year-old veteran was waived by the Houston Rockets earlier in February after averaging 5.4 points and 2.2 assists on 41% shooting from distance in 34 games.

How did DeAndre Jordan end up on the Pistons?

The Brooklyn Nets have reportedly struck a deal to send DeAndre Jordan to the Detroit Pistons in a cost-saving move for the franchise. Per ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski, the Nets are sending Jordan, four future second-round draft picks and $5.78 million in cash to Detroit for Jahlil Okafor and Sekou Doumbouya.

Where is Trevor Ariza going?

On August 6, 2021, Ariza signed with the Los Angeles Lakers on a one-year deal worth $2.6 million.