The Portland Trail Blazers have waived veteran center Pau Gasol, according to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski:
Portland has waived F/C Pau Gasol, per Gasol. He’s been unable to successfully rehab left foot following surgery. Blazers had protections in 1-year deal. Gasol, Blazers working on details of coaching role as future HOFer remains in Portland to rehab.
Gasol posted a short video on Instagram letting everyone know that he’s no longer a member of the Trail Blazers, that his rehab from foot surgery has taken longer than expected and that he expects to stay with the franchise in some capacity.
Over 18 NBA seasons, the 39-year-old has averaged 17.0 points, 9.2 rebounds and 3.2 assists.
