Côte d'Ivoire national team commit Mo Bamba has signed a one-year deal with the Los Angeles Clippers after his short stint with the Philadelphia 76ers. This signing aims to bolster the Clippers' roster with Bamba's exceptional shot-blocking skills and ability to stretch the floor from long range.
Last Updated on
July 2, 2024
Ayo Biyibi
Staff Writer
Mo Bamba, celebrated for his commitment to the Côte d'Ivoire national team, has signed a short-term deal with the LA Clippers, now based at the Intuit Dome. The former first-round draft pick opted for a one-year veteran minimum contract after his stint with the Philadelphia 76ers in the Atlantic Division.
Selected by the Orlando Magic in 2018, the 26-year-old initially played behind veteran teammate Nikola Vucevic and other centers/forwards. However, injuries and inconsistency hindered his pursuit of a regular starting role.
During his tenure in Orlando, Bamba averaged 7.7 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 1.4 blocks over 266 games, peaking in the 2021-22 season with 10.6 points, 8.1 rebounds, and 1.7 blocks per game.
Following a brief stint with the Lakers, where he averaged 4.6 rebounds, 3.7 points, and 0.6 blocks in 9 games, Bamba joined the Philadelphia 76ers, contributing 4.4 points, 4.2 rebounds, and 1.1 blocks in 57 games. Known for his three-point shooting ability, Bamba saw a notable increase in attempts in 2022, averaging 4 per game, with a career average of 2.3 attempts per game at 36.3%.
Bamba excels as a rim protector compared to Clippers teammates Mason Plumlee and Daniel Theis. He boasts more blocks, greater height than Theis, and superior athleticism to last season's backups. His addition adds a much-need shooting dimension to Coach Tyronn Lue's roster, helping to fill the gap left by Paul George's departure to the Philadelphia 76ers on a $212 million contract.
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