Utah Jazz Waive Former Sixers First-Round Pick Jaden Springer

The Utah Jazz waived guard Jaden Springer in a financial move to avoid guaranteeing $400,000 on his contract for the upcoming season. Springer, a 22-year-old former first-round pick by the Philadelphia 76ers in 2021, has played for four NBA teams, including the Celtics, with whom he won a 2024 NBA championship. Despite showing defensive potential and averaging 3.8 points and 2.0 rebounds in 17 games with Utah last season, Springer did not demonstrate enough offensive development to secure a permanent roster spot. He had a brief stint in the NBA Summer League with Utah this summer but was removed from the roster early in the tournament. With his non-guaranteed contract ended, Springer is now a free agent likely seeking a new opportunity in the NBA or overseas. His career NBA averages stand at 2.9 points and 1.4 rebounds over 110 games, and while still young, he must improve offensively to establish himself as a regular contributor.