JackJumpers star Jack McVeigh signs deal with Houston Rockets
He’s been one of the best in the NBL and now JackJumpers ace Jack McVeigh is off to the USA to play with the Houston Rockets in the NBA. Read more here >>
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Tasmania JackJumpers’ NBL premiership hero Jack McVeigh is off to the big time, officially signing a deal to play with NBA franchise the Houston Rockets.
While speculation had been mounting over the past week a deal for McVeigh was close, the official word came through on Saturday evening via a JackJumpers statement.
“The Tasmania JackJumpers has today confirmed that Jack McVeigh has signed a two way contract with the Houston Rockets,” the statement said.
Chief Operating Officer Darren Smith said: “We received the signed paperwork this morning confirming the above contract. We wish Jack our full support for a successful NBA journey.
“We will be making a further statement in the coming days on Jack’s replacement situation.” McVeigh, currently in camp with the Australian Boomers ahead of the Paris Olympic Games, has been a standout performer for the JackJumpers since the team’s entry to the NBL three seasons ago.
A two-way deal with the Houston Rockets, means the 28-year-old would potentially play for both the Rockets and their G-League affiliate club Rio Grande Valley Vipers.
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