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Spurs sign forward Ike Diogu

Found January 03, 2012 on Inside Hoops:
PLAYERS: Ike Diogu
TEAMS: Los Angeles Clippers,  San Antonio Spurs

The San Antonio Spurs today announced that they have signed forward Ike Diogu.  Per club policy details of the contract were not released. Diogu, 6-9, 250 pounds, spent last season playing for the L.A. Clippers, He appeared in 36 games, averaging 5.8 points and 3.2 rebounds in 13.1 minutes while shooting .561 (83-148) from the field. A [...]
Original Story: http://www.insidehoops.com/blog/?p=8993
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