Former five-star prospect Trentyn Flowers signed a two-way contract with the LA Clippers on Thursday, according to the official NBA transaction report.
Flowers originally committed to play at Louisville in April 2023 from the Combine Academy in Charlotte, North Carolina. He eventually decommitted from the program to sign with the Adelaide 36ers in the National Basketball League.
The 19-year-old averaged 5.2 points and 2.9 rebounds on 36.8% shooting from 3-point range in 18 games this past season with the 36ers. He scored in double figures four times, including a season-high 20 points and three rebounds on Oct. 14.
Flowers went undrafted this year and reportedly agreed to sign a contract with the Clippers on June 27. He wasn’t able to play with the team in the NBA Summer League as he awaited clearance from the NBL and the 36ers in Australia.
The 6-foot-8 forward was a standout at the draft combine in May in Chicago, Illinois. He was tied for the highest max vertical jump among all participants (42 inches) and recorded 12 points, two rebounds and two assists in a scrimmage game.
Flowers will split his time next season between L.A. and the San Diego Clippers in the G League. He is eligible to be active for up to 50 games in the NBA and will earn a flat salary equal to 50% of the minimum salary applicable to a player with zero years of service.
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