Training camp can mean quick cuts for practice invitees — but it doesn’t usually happen like this.
After the Jazz signed former Sacramento guard on Sept. 22, it looked like Justin James was potentially a buy-low option for the Jazz. The 24-year-old guard was known for defensive efforts, along with up and down scoring that once culminated in an NBA 30-point game.
But on Friday, the Jazz announced his waiver after training camp’s first week, without further details on the quick hook.
The deal means that the Jazz have another two-way spot to fill before entering the season. They could upgrade the contract of one of their training camp signees, Derrick Alston Jr, Marques Bolden, Malik Fitts, or MaCio Teague; or they could choose to look outside the organization for a logical pickup.
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