Free Agent Big Man Kai Jones Signs in Turkey

Report: Big man previously linked to Heat signs deal with Turkish team

Over the last month or so, former Charlotte Hornets center Kai Jones saw his name get bounced around a lot in rumors connecting him to the Miami Heat. It was reported back in August that Jones worked out for the Heat, though Five Reasons Sports’ Greg Sylvander later claimed that the team wouldn’t go into the luxury tax to add him. Sylvander’s colleague over at Five Reasons Sports Ethan J. Skolnick also reported last month that the Heat didn’t ap…

Free agent big man Kai Jones signs in Turkey

File photo Kai Jones is headed overseas. The 24-year-old big man has officially signed with Anadolu Efes in Turkey, per Eurohoops. His deal is expected to include an exit clause in January, according to BasketNews’ Donatas Urbonas, meaning a possible NBA return could still be on the table. Jones, the No. 19 pick in the 2021 NBA Draft, split last season between the Clippers and Mavericks. He appeared in 40 games overall, averaging 5.0 points and …