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NBA news: D'Angelo Russell heading to China after getting waived by Grizzlies
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D'Angelo Russell won't be on an NBA team to start the 2026-27 season. Instead, he'll be in China after it was announced that he'd be signing with the Shanghai Sharks, according to the team's Instagram page. It's a good move for the Sharks, as they get a point guard who can score the ball while also making plays for others.
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As for Russell, it may be a surprise to many that he made the decision to go to China, and this could be a move to raise his stock so he can have offers next season in the NBA.
Russell was recently waived by the Memphis Grizzlies after getting traded there in the offseason by the Washington Wizards . He was a part of the deal that sent Anthony Davis to the Wizards at the trade deadline, but he never reported to the team. Last season, he played 29 games with the Dallas Mavericks , averaging 10.2 points per game.
Just a few years ago, Russell was a key contributor on the Los Angeles Lakers , but after they traded for Luka Doncic and he was sent to the Brooklyn Nets , things have been quiet on his end. It was interesting to see that the Grizzlies waived him, especially since it looks like they may need a veteran in the locker room this season.
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Now, it looks like Russell is just trying to find somewhere he can get consistent minutes, and the Sharks most likely offered him that opportunity. It wouldn't be a surprise if NBA teams started calling him after the season if he ends up playing well.
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