Former Shaw star signs with Bobcats
Published Saturday, September 26, 2009 12:30 am
by Herbert L.
White- The Charlotte Post
The Charlotte Bobcats have signed free agent guard Flip Murray to add depth to the backcourt.
Murray, a former Shaw standout in his seventh NBA season,
averaged 12.2 points in 24.7 minutes last season for Atlanta. He
also averaged 2.1 rebounds, 2.0 assists and 1.1 steals in 80 games
during the regular season and 11.8 points, 2.7 rebounds and 2.5
assists in 11 playoff games.
His signing gives Charlotte another capable scorer at the point and shooting guard behind Raja Bell.
"This signing adds depth, experience and athleticism to our backcourt and increases the number of players on our roster who can compete at multiple positions," Bobcats General Manager Rod Higgins said. "Flip has a proven track record in this league as a guy who can score and distribute the basketball and we are extremely excited about what he brings to this team."
Murray, who has played with six other teams, originally picked by Milwaukee in the 2002 draft. He averages 9.9 points, 2.3 assists and 2.0 rebounds in 412 games over his NBA career.
As a collegian, Murray was named NCAA Division II National Player of the Year, First Team All-America and CIAA Player of the Year after leading Shaw to a 28-5 record and Division II Final Four appearance as a senior.
The Bobcats also added former University of Memphis guard Antonio Anderson, an undrafted free agent. Anderson, 6-6, averaged 10.2 points, 4.8 rebounds, 4.5 assists and 1.4 steals in 34.3 minutes last season.
Charlotte opens training camp Sept. 29.
