Russell Joins Shanghai Sharks
Former NBA All-Star D’Angelo Russell signs with China’s Shanghai Sharks after being waived.
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Russell had hoped to join an NBA playoff contender after Memphis waived him, but reportedly found no market for his services; signing with Shanghai gives him a chance to play major minutes again.
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The CBA announced Russell’s signing on social media, according to Reuters.
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Shanghai are the defending CBA champions, having won their first title since 2002, when the team was led by Yao Ming.
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McGee averaged 11.3 points, 4.2 rebounds and 1.9 assists in 26 games for Beijing last season.
D'Angelo Russell, a former NBA All-Star, has signed with the Shanghai Sharks of China's CBA after Memphis waived him and no NBA opportunity emerged Reuters. The 30-year-old guard, drafted No. 2 overall in 2015, averaged 17 points and 5.6 assists across 11 NBA seasons and was an All-Star with Brooklyn in 2019.
Three-time NBA champion JaVale McGee has also joined Shanghai, reuniting two veteran American players. The Sharks are the defending CBA champions, having won their first title since 2002 when the team featured Yao Ming.
From NBA Playoff Hopes to China
Russell had hoped to land with an NBA playoff contender after his waiver by Memphis. When no NBA team claimed him, the veteran guard turned to the CBA for a fresh start AOL. Signing with Shanghai gives Russell a chance to play significant minutes again after limited opportunities in his final NBA seasons.
McGee Brings Championship Experience to Shanghai
JaVale McGee joins Russell as another proven NBA veteran seeking a prominent role in China. McGee, who won three titles with Golden State, played last season for Beijing. He averaged 11.3 points, 4.2 rebounds and 1.9 assists in 26 games before Beijing fell to Shanghai in the CBA semifinals Heavy.
Shanghai Eyes Back-to-Back CBA Championships
The Sharks are building around their core after claiming their first championship since 2002. Adding Russell and McGee strengthens Shanghai's roster as they pursue consecutive titles. The CBA announced Russell's signing via social media Reuters, marking a significant move in the league's competitive international recruitment push.
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