Jarrett Culver most recently played in the NBA during the 2022-23 season, when he appeared in ten games (including one start) for the Atlanta Hawks.
He finished this year averaging 4.4 points and 3.8 rebounds per game while shooting 39.5 percent from the field.
On Wednesday, Culver’s agency revealed that he had signed a contract with the Orlando Magic.
Via the RBA showcase: “ποΈ ββββJarrett Culver @jarrettc08 signs @OrlandoMagic #RBAShowcase | @impactbball”
ποΈ Jarrett Culver @jarrettc08 signs @OrlandoMagic #RBAShowcase | @impactbball pic.twitter.com/tePT23Yn7f
β RBA Showcase (@RBAShowcase) September 11, 2024
Culver also confirmed the news (via his Instagram Story).
The 25-year-old was selected sixth overall in the 2019 NBA draft out of Texas Tech.
His rights were traded on draft night (via the Phoenix Suns) to the Minnesota Timberwolves, where he spent the first two seasons of his career.
In case you missed it: The @Timberwolves acquired guard Jarrett Culver in a trade with the Suns on draft day pic.twitter.com/FPDM3qvjxH
β Bally Sports North (@BallySportsNOR) June 21, 2019
During his rookie season, Culver averaged 9.2 points, 3.4 rebounds and 1.7 assists per game while shooting 40.4 percent from the field and 29.9 percent from three-point range in 63 games (35 starts).
Considering the Timberwolves gave up the rights to Cameron Johnson and Dario Saric, this turned out to be a very bad trade for the franchise.
Jarrett Culver will make his NBA debut tonight in the presence of his parents. Minnesota acquired the 6th pick from Phoenix in exchange for Dario Saric and the 11th pick (Cam Johnson).
β Timberwolves PR (@Twolves_PR) October 9, 2019
After his two years in Minnesota, Culver spent time with the Grizzlies and Memphis Hawks.
His career averages are 6.5 points, 2.8 rebounds and 1.2 assists per game, while shooting 40.1 percent from the field and 27.6 percent from three-point range in 144 games.
While there are no details on his contract with Orlando yet, it’s fair to assume that it’s likely a 10-year deal.
Therefore, Culver could end up playing for the Magic’s G League affiliate next season.