Wizards sign 2-way rookie Jamir Watkins to NBA deal

The Washington Wizards converted rookie forward Jamir Watkins’ two-way contract into a standard NBA deal on Thursday.

The team did not disclose the terms, but ESPN reported that Watkins, a Florida State product, signed a two-year contract.

Watkins, the 43rd overall pick in last year’s NBA Draft, was originally selected by the Utah Jazz and immediately acquired by Washington on draft night. He has appeared in 30 games for the Wizards, including four starts, averaging 5.7 points and 3.5 rebounds per game.

Over his last six games, Watkins has averaged 13.2 points and one steal per outing. In the G League, he has also excelled, averaging 13.7 points, 7.2 rebounds, 2.1 assists, and 1.9 steals across nine games with the Capital City Go-Go.

—Field Level Media/Reuters