FEBRUARY 9: The Nets have officially waived Goodwin, per Brian Lewis of The New York Post (Twitter link).
FEBRUARY 8: The Nets are waiving guard Jordan Goodwin after acquiring him in the three-team trade that sent Royce O’Neale to Phoenix, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (Twitter link).
After waiving Goodwin, the Nets will have 14 players on standard contracts and two players on two-way deals, giving them two open roster spots in total (one standard, one two-way).
The 25-year-old point guard played sparingly for the Suns after arriving in the Bradley Beal trade, averaging 5.0 points, 2.9 rebounds and 2.0 assists in 14.0 minutes and 40 games. Last season with the Wizards, he averaged 6.6 points and 2.7 assists in 62 games (seven starts).
Goodwin was on a minimum contract with a partially guaranteed team option for next season. The Nets will be on the book for his hit this season ($1.93MM). He’ll be eligible to sign with any team as a free agent other than the Suns.
I’m a bit confused why the Nets waived him as he could be a useful piece. However, I would’ve rather they brought back Yuta than see him go to the Grizzlies.
Pretty much any team that needs PG depth and defense should look at Goodwin. He’s not some game-changer, but he’s solid. Reminds me of Pat Bev without the antics.
Versatile player. Brings toughness. Plays both sides of the ball. Great depth piece for the back of the bench. Detroit and Charlotte should take a hard look. He will push guys on those teams for minutes and a roster spot. He is gonna come in and compete.