The Memphis Grizzlies waived center Dakari Johnson, General Manager Chris
Wallace announced today.
Johnson (7-0, 255) appeared in 31 games (six starts) last season as a rookie for
the Oklahoma City Thunder and averaged 1.8 points and 1.1 rebounds in 5.2
minutes. He was acquired by the Grizzlies from the Orlando Magic on July 23,
2018.
The 22-year-old New York native was selected the Thunder with the 48th overall
pick in the second round of the 2015 NBA Draft following his sophomore season at
the University of Kentucky. He has played three seasons in the NBA G League for
the Oklahoma City Blue.
Fans who want to support the Memphis Grizzlies and purchase 2018-19 Season
Tickets, 22-, 10-Game and Flex Packs can do so now by calling (901) 888-HOOP or
going online to grizzlies.com/tickets/season-tickets.
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Player: Dakari Johnson
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