Boomers guard lands in Spain after NBA waiver

Australian guard Dante Exum will continue his career for FC Barcelona in the Liga ACB basketball league after being waived by the Houston Rockets.

The former top five NBA draft pick last played in the NBA for Cleveland, having never suited up for a rebuilding Rockets team after being included in a trade last January.

The 26-year-old was a critical piece for the Boomers in their Bronze medal Tokyo Olympics campaign averaging nine points and 3.7 rebounds a game.

The free agent’s deal with Barcelona lasts until February 28 as he looks to eventually find his way back to the NBA.

🏀@daanteee, a reinforcement for the perimeter

✅26-year-old Australian guard signs until February 28

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— Barça Basket (@FCBbasket) December 7, 2021

He versatile wing becomes the fourth Australian to play for Barcelona after David Andersen (2008/09), Joe Ingles (2010/11) and Nathan Jawai (2012/13) represented the club previously.