Report: Los Angeles Clippers interested in Tyus Jones

Tyus Jones is one of the top free agents who still remains on the market. The ninth-year veteran was a full-time starter for the first time in 2023-24, his first season with the Washington Wizards. He has reportedly received interest from the Los Angeles Clippers as he looks to find a long-term home. Michael Scotto of HoopsHype shared the news, writing:

Tyus Jones, HoopsHype’s top free agent on the board, is continuing to receive interest as a sign-and-trade candidate from several teams, including the Los Angeles Clippers, league sources told HoopsHype.

The Clippers can dangle some combination of the expiring contracts of PJ Tucker and Russell Westbrook and could offer draft pick compensation or Bones Hyland to the Washington Wizards for helping to facilitate a potential sign-and-trade trade. [h/t HoopsHype]

Despite his strong play, he is unlikely to return as his timeline does not match that of the rebuilding franchise. While it was a surprise that they did not move him at the trade deadline, they can still recoup some form of draft compensation in a potential sign-and-trade. Washington is reportedly open to moving Jones in such a deal.

Tyus Jones reportedly looking for north of $15 million

Feb 14, 2024; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Washington Wizards guard Tyus Jones (5) looks at the bench during free throw by New Orleans Pelicans guard Trey Murphy III (25) during the second half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-USA TODAY Sports

Tyus Jones had the best season of his career in 2023-24. He is reportedly looking for a contract that pays him north of $15 million annually. Matt Moore of The Action Network wrote:

Tyus Jones is looking for a deal north of $15 million per year, two sources said this week. [h/t The Action Network]

Jones averaged 12.0 points, 2.7 rebounds, 7.3 assists, 1.1 steals, 0.3 blocks and just 1.0 turnovers while shooting 48.9% from the field, 41.4% from three-point range and 80.0% from the free-throw line in 29.3 minutes per game. He broke his own NBA record with a 7.3:1 assist to turnover ratio, leading the league in the category for the sixth consecutive season. His last contract paid him just under $15 million annually – two-years, $29 million – so it is no surprise he is looking for a slight raise.

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