The Utah Jazz have made a roster move by signing guard Josh Christopher to a two-way contract. To make room for Christopher, the team has waived forward Joey Hauser.
Christopher, a 6-foot-5 guard from Arizona State, spent the last two seasons in the Houston Rockets organization. In his time with the Rockets, he averaged 6.9 points, 1.9 rebounds, and 1.6 assists in 15.4 minutes per game. However, he struggled to find consistent playing time and struggled with his three-point shooting, hitting just 23.6 percent from behind the arc last season.
The Jazz are hoping that Christopher can bring some much-needed depth and scoring off the bench. With his athleticism and scoring ability, he has the potential to make an impact on both ends of the court.
By signing Christopher to a two-way contract, the Jazz are able to have him split time between the NBA and the G League. This allows him to continue developing his skills and gaining valuable playing experience, while still being able to contribute to the Jazz when needed.
The move to waive Hauser was likely a difficult one for the Jazz, as he showed promise in his limited playing time. However, with the addition of Christopher, the team felt that they needed to make a change to improve their roster.
Hauser, a forward, had been with the Jazz since signing a two-way contract in 2020. He played sparingly during his time with the team, averaging just 7.2 minutes per game over 26 games. However, he showed potential as a versatile forward who could stretch the floor with his three-point shooting.
The Jazz will now rely on their other depth options at forward, such as Georges Niang and Jarrell Brantley, to fill the void left by Hauser. Additionally, they will need their guards, including Christopher, to step up and provide scoring off the bench.
Overall, the signing of Josh Christopher brings a new dynamic to the Jazz’s roster. With his scoring ability and potential, he adds another weapon to an already talented team. The Jazz will now look to integrate him into their system and utilize his skills to help them continue their success in the NBA.
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