Jamaree Bouyea concluded a season where he played nine games for the Portland Trail Blazers and San Antonio Spurs. He averaged 2.3 points, 2.1 rebounds, and 1.2 assists per game while shooting 35.7% from the field.
On Sunday, Michael Scotto of HoopsHype reported that the Spurs have decided to waive the two-way guard. According to Scotto, “The San Antonio Spurs are waiving Jamaree Bouyea. The 25-year-old guard had a standout season in the G League, averaging 17.1 points, 7.3 assists, 6.0 rebounds, 2.1 steals, and 1.4 blocks per game.” Bouyea has played in the NBA for parts of two seasons with the Miami Heat, Portland Trail Blazers, San Antonio Spurs, and Washington Wizards.
His career averages stand at 2.6 points, 1.8 rebounds, and 1.1 assists per game, with shooting percentages of 38.1% from the field and 20.0% from three-point range over 14 regular-season games. Bouyea’s impressive G League performances could attract interest from other teams.
On March 16, the NBA G League noted that Bouyea tied the league’s all-time record with nine steals in a game.
The Spurs wrapped up last season as the 14th seed in the Western Conference with a 22-60 record, missing the playoffs for the fifth consecutive year.
### Harrison Barnes Joins the Spurs
Meanwhile, Harrison Barnes, who played 82 games for the Sacramento Kings last season, has joined the Spurs following a sign-and-trade deal. The former UNC standout averaged 12.2 points, 3.0 rebounds, and 1.2 assists, shooting 47.4% from the field and 38.7% from beyond the arc.
Recently, Barnes shared a photo of a workout session in San Antonio with teammates Victor Wembanyama and Keldon Johnson, generating excitement among Spurs fans as they prepare for training camp.
Barnes could play a crucial role in the Spurs’ efforts to improve next season. With 12 years of experience across the Golden State Warriors, Sacramento Kings, and Dallas Mavericks, he brings a wealth of knowledge and productivity to the team. He has career averages of 14.0 points, 4.9 rebounds, and 1.8 assists while shooting 45.7% from the field and 37.9% from three-point range over 911 regular-season games.
As the Spurs look to bounce back from last season’s struggles, the addition of Barnes and the development of young talent could pave the way for a more competitive future.
