Lindy Waters III is officially leaving the NBA, signing on with the Beijing Ducks in the Chinese Basketball Association. It’s a wild shift for the 29-year-old wing who, not too long ago, looked like he was about to blow up for the Golden State Warriors.
That Warrior Hype Was Real
Dude was a legit free-agent find in 2024. He kicked off the season by hitting seven of his first 12 three-point attempts, and over his first 15 games, he went 20-for-52 from deep. The Warriors were flying, going 12-3, and there was serious talk about them having *too much* depth for their rotation. Remember that preseason game-winner? Straight fire! People were losing their minds, proving exhibition games absolutely do matter when you hit a splash like that. LINDY WATERS III. SPLASH. 🤯 GAME OVER, for real.
The NBA Grind Is Real Too
But, you know how it goes. Things cooled off. Waters ended up shooting 33.1% overall for the Warriors. Then he was part of that huge mega-trade that brought Jimmy Butler to Golden State, landing him with the Detroit Pistons. He barely played there, didn’t see any playoff action, and then spent last season with the Western Conference champion San Antonio Spurs. With no two-way deal on the table, NBA roster spots are tight, even for a solid shooter like Waters. It’s a tough league out there.
A New Chapter in China
Now, he’s making a big leap, heading to China to further his career, just like Victor Wembanyama did last summer. Waters is joining the Beijing Shougang Ducks, and this isn’t just some small league gig. This is where Stephon Marbury became a legend, winning three titles and getting a bronze statue, a postage stamp, and even a museum! The Ducks already have former Warrior Omari Spellman, and JaVale McGee was there too last season. Waters is 29, and this move means a chance at more money and a legitimate second career. It’s a fresh start, a serious lifestyle upgrade, and a whole new chapter for his pro journey. Gotta be hyped for what’s next.
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Originally reported by Golden State of Mind.
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