D’Angelo Russell is back on the NBA free-agent market.
The Memphis Grizzlies have waived the veteran guard, according to ESPN, clearing the way for Russell to find his next NBA home.
According to the report, Russell plans to sign with a contender as he looks for his next opportunity.
The move comes after Russell joined Memphis during the offseason as part of a multi-team transaction involving the Dallas Mavericks.
Russell’s 2025–26 Numbers
Russell spent the 2025–26 regular season with Dallas, appearing in 26 games.
| Stat | 2025–26 |
| Games | 26 |
| Minutes | 19.0 MPG |
| Points | 10.2 PPG |
| Rebounds | 2.3 RPG |
| Assists | 4.0 APG |
| Steals | 0.5 SPG |
| Blocks | 0.1 BPG |
| FG% | 40.5% |
| 3PT% | 29.5% |
| FT% | 71.7% |
Russell totaled 264 points, 61 rebounds and 104 assists during the regular season.
His 2025–26 campaign represented a smaller role than some of his previous seasons, with Russell averaging 19.0 minutes per game and making three starts.
A Veteran Guard Back on the Market
Russell, 30, has spent his NBA career playing for several franchises, including the Los Angeles Lakers, Brooklyn Nets, Golden State Warriors, Minnesota Timberwolves and Dallas Mavericks.
The former All-Star has experience running an offense, creating shots off the dribble and playing as a secondary ball-handler.
Now, he’ll have the opportunity to choose his next destination.
The biggest question is which contender sees Russell as a potential addition to its backcourt.
For Memphis, the move also helps clear a roster spot as the Grizzlies finalize their roster for the upcoming season.
What We Know
- Player: D’Angelo Russell
- Age: 30
- Position: Guard
- Former Team: Memphis Grizzlies
- 2025–26 Team: Dallas Mavericks
- 2025–26 Games: 26
- 2025–26 Stats: 10.2 PPG, 2.3 RPG, 4.0 APG
- 2025–26 Shooting: 40.5% FG, 29.5% 3PT, 71.7% FT
- Status: Waived
- Next Step: Free agent
- Reported Plan: Sign with a contender
D’Angelo Russell is officially available. Now the NBA waits to see where D-Lo lands next.
Source: ESPN
