Overview
- Pallacanestro Trieste announced the signing of Lajae Jones on Monday, with the club confirming a contract for the 2026-27 season and Golden State retaining his draft rights.
- Golden State’s decision to fill its three two-way roster spots with Graham Ike, L.J. Cryer and Malevy Leons removed Jones’ clearest immediate path to the NBA and prompted the overseas move.
- Trieste general manager Michael Arcieri praised Jones’ positional versatility and said the club will coordinate with Warriors staff on a season-long development plan for the 6-foot-7 wing.
- Jones is viewed as a 3-and-D, positionally versatile prospect who averaged 12.7 points and 5.7 rebounds as a senior at Florida State and showed modest output in Summer League play.
- Playing in Italy’s top league gives Jones consistent professional minutes on a roster that has included former NBA players, which could speed his readiness to return to the NBA or increase his trade value.