Theo Pinson to sign deal with Brooklyn Nets

Posted Jun 22, 2018
Former University of North Carolina forward Theo Pinson didn’t hear his name called during the 2018 NBA Draft on Thursday night but that doesn’t mean his dream is over. According to Draft Express, Pinson has agreed to a two-way contract deal with the Brooklyn Nets as an undrafted free agent. The move comes just minutes after the draft concluded. (Keeping It Heel)

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