Jan 19, 2025; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard (2) and center Mo Bamba (4) defend against Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) during the first half at Intuit Dome. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

Former Lakers, Clippers Center Joins New Team

Originally posted on New Orleans Pelicans on SI
By Farbod Esnaashari | Last updated Mar 2, 2025 7:07 AM ET

When the season began, it seemed like Mo Bamba was going to be the dedicated backup big man for the LA Clippers.

After starting the season hurt, things didn't quite work out for Bamba in LA. The big man played a grand total of 28 games for the Clippers before ultimately being traded in a package to the Utah Jazz for Drew Eubanks and Patty Mills. The Jazz later waived Bamba.

Now, the former Lakers, Clippers, and Magic big man has found a new home with the Birmingham Squadron. The Birmingham Squadron is the G League affiliate of the New Orleans Pelicans.

What’s that one song again?

Welcome to the 205, Mo Bamba! pic.twitter.com/FTTzjjX6Kl
— Birmingham Squadron (@GleagueSquadron) February 28, 2025

While Bamba didn't work out for the Clippers, he wasn't completely awful in his role. In 28 games, he averaged 4.6 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 1.0 blocks on 47/30/68 shooting from the field. In his last game with the Clippers, Bamba put up 9 points, 8 rebounds, and 1 steal in only 15 minutes.

Bamba's best game with the Clippers was easily against the Washington Wizards, where he put up 13 points, 6 rebounds, and 5 blocks on 67/100/100 shooting from the field.