THE Utah Jazz have added a veteran to their backcourt for the upcoming NBA season.
According to Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPNThe Jazz have agreed to terms on a one-year, $3.3 million contract with Patty Mills, a 15-year NBA guard and 2014 Finals champion. The deal would be fully guaranteed and would effectively fill Utah’s 15th spot on the roster heading into the 2024-25 season.
Free agent guard Patty Mills has agreed to a one-year, $3.3 million contract with the Utah Jazz, sources tell ESPN. Mills will reunite with coach Will Hardy for his 16th NBA season on a fully guaranteed deal. pic.twitter.com/n479XigF6s
— Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) August 14, 2024
Mills spent last season splitting time with the Miami Heat and the Atlanta Hawksultimately playing 32 games to post 4.0 points, 1.1 rebounds and 1.1 assists in 13 minutes per night. His shooting numbers were down from what he’s accustomed to (35.1/27.6), but as a former proven 40.0% three-point shooter, there’s some potential to be had in his offensive capabilities for the upcoming campaign.
The veteran guard has also previously spent time with Jazz head coach Will Hardy, as the two were paired together during their time with the San Antonio Spurs from the 2016 to 2021 season.
While he may not be a huge rotation player for the Jazz next season, especially as he approaches his age-36 season, he’s a veteran presence this team could use. Especially in the backcourt next to young players like Keyonte George and Isaiah Collier, he’s a great addition to the locker room.
The Jazz’s guard rotation now features a variety of notable names, including Mills along with George, Collier, as well as Collin Sexton and Jordan Clarkson. Expect Utah to prioritize developing its young talent, while also having a solid veteran spark in the mix.
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