Jazz Re-Sign Mo Bamba to Second 10-Day Contract
The short-term deal reflects Utah’s need for frontcourt cover during an injury spell.
Overview
- Utah announced the move on March 8 after Bamba’s initial 10-day pact expired the night before.
- The agreement pays $177,064 with a $131,970 cap hit and runs through March 17, when the Jazz must decide on a rest-of-season contract or free agency.
- Bamba was active for six games on his first deal and played twice, posting 5.0 points, 10.0 rebounds, and 1.0 block in 19.0 minutes in road games at Philadelphia and Washington.
- He earned the look with strong G League production for the Salt Lake City Stars, averaging 17.0 points, 11.7 rebounds, and 2.5 blocks on .553/.380/.807 shooting over 22 games.
- The signing helps cover injuries to Walker Kessler and Jusuf Nurkic, while local reporting indicates Utah is also prioritizing center minutes for Kyle Filipowski.