Isaiah Wong has signed with Zalgiris Kaunas until the end of the 2024-25 season to replace Lonnie Walker IV, who recently left for the Philadelphia 76ers.
American guard Isaiah Wong has officially joined EuroLeague team Zalgiris Kaunas until the end of the 2024-25 season.
Isaiah Wong
| Team: |
Charlotte Hornets |
| Position: | PG |
| Age: | 24 |
| Height: | 190 cm |
| Weight: | 84 kg |
| Birth place: | New Jersey, United States of America |
This official announcement follows a report by BasketNews' Donatas Urbonas on February 24, which indicated that Wong was nearing a deal with the Lithuanian team.
The 24-year-old Wong is stepping in to replace Lonnie Walker IV, who recently activated his NBA exit clause and signed a two-year contract with the Philadelphia 76ers.
This roster move comes ahead of the EuroLeague signing deadline, set for Feb. 26 at 18:00 CET.
Wong was recently waived by the Charlotte Hornets, where he had signed a two-way deal on December 2.
During his time in the NBA, he played 20 games, averaging 6.0 points, 1.6 rebounds, and 1.4 assists, while shooting 39.4% from three-point range.
Additionally, he played seven games in the G League with Salt Lake City, where he excelled, averaging 26.1 points, 4.1 rebounds, 3.6 assists, and 1.5 steals.
Wong was selected as a second-round pick (55th overall) by the Indiana Pacers in the 2023 NBA Draft.
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