Follow usWashington Wizards made a deal for the winger Xavier Cooks on a contract through the end of the 2023/21 season, player’s agent Daniel Moldovan confirmed for ESPN.
The 6ft 8′ Cooks was recently named the Australian National Basketball League’s MVP. He will most probably join Washington next week, when the championship in Australia comes to an end. In the final series Cook’s Sydney Kings are up against New Zealand Breakers and the result is 1-1 after two games.
CLUB ANNOUNCEMENT
Sydney Kings star Xavier Cooks will join the NBA at the conclusion of the NBL Championship Series, agreeing to a two-year deal with the Washington Wizards.
Congratulations Xavier ?
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— Sydney Kings (@SydneyKings) March 5, 2023
Cooks is 27 years old and is known for his excellent passing skills as well as solid defensive play. Last season he was also named AC Finals MVP.
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