Tyus Jones Free Agency!
Tyus Jones is regarded as one of the best backup point guards in the NBA. Most notable for his time with the Memphis Grizzlies. He would have his most productive seasons with the franchise as a bench piece and gained a lot of respect around the league. Last summer, Jones would get traded to the Washington Wizards as part of the infamous three-team deal in which Kristaps Porzingis landed with the Boston Celtics and Marcus Smart to the Memphis Grizzlies.
Jones was a full-time starter this season with the Wizards and averaged career-highs in points (12.3) and assists (7.3). Despite ending the season with a horrendous record, Tyus Jones still has a lot of respect around the league and will now hit the free-agent market. More than likely, Jones will not return to Washington and look elsewhere for a new home. It's been reported by NBA analyst Jake Weinbach that the Miami Heat, Philadelphia 76ers, Los Angeles Lakers, and New Orleans Pelicans are teams to monitor regarding Jones.
Jones can be a starter on many teams around the league but in situations like the Miami Heat or Philadelphia 76ers, he would add great depth as a backup. Another great thing about Jones is he's primarily available throughout a long NBA season. He has played 60+ games in eight of his nine years in the league. It's looking like a busy summer coming up for Jones.
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