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Jordan Hawkins signs two-way deal with Chicago Bulls

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 6, 2026, 3:10 AM

Last updated Oct 6, 2026

Jordan Hawkins signs two-way deal with Chicago Bulls

Summary

Jordan Hawkins has agreed to a two-way contract with the Chicago Bulls, according to ESPN's Shams Charania. The former UConn standout spent his first three NBA seasons with the New Orleans Pelicans after being drafted 14th overall in 2023. His playing time decreased significantly, from an average of 23.6 minutes per game in the 2024-25 season to 13.6 minutes last season, during which he averaged 5.1 points on 36.6% shooting. Recently traded to the Memphis Grizzlies, Hawkins was waived by the team just weeks after the acquisition. He will now look to rejuvenate his career with Chicago.

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By the Numbers

•Hawkins signs a two-way deal with the Chicago Bulls.
•He was previously with the New Orleans Pelicans for three seasons.
•His playing time and scoring diminished sharply last season.
•After a brief stint with the Grizzlies, he was waived.
•Hawkins aims to rebuild his career in Chicago.

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3:10 AMYahoo Sports — Report: Former UConn star Jordan Hawkins finds new NBA home

What they're saying

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Former UConn men’s basketball star Jordan Hawkins is signing a two-way deal with the Chicago Bulls, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. Hawkins spent the first three years of his NBA career with the New Orleans Pelicans after being chosen with the 14th overall pick in the 2023 draft. He never quite broke through in the Pelicans’ rotation, and saw his role dwindle from 23.6 minutes per game in ...
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