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The Grizzlies are turning to the hardship exception to bolster their injury-depleted roster. According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, Memphis is set to sign free agent center Charles Bassey.

Atlanta Hawks News / ESPN / October 26

Sources: Injured Grizz to add depth with Bassey

The Grizzlies, dealing with multiple long-term injuries on the roster, are planning to sign Charles Bassey via the hardship exception, sources told ESPN.

Atlanta Hawks News / Peachtree Hoops / October 18

Hawks convert both Wallace, Houstan, waive both Bassey, Butler

Atlanta made some moves towards finalizing their opening day roster. The Hawks announced earlier today that they had waived center Charles Bassey and guard Lamont Butler.

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Atlanta Hawks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 18

Hawks waive 2 players ahead of season opener

The Atlanta Hawks wrapped up the NBA Preseason by finalizing their roster decisions ahead of the regular season. The Hawks officially announced that they have requested waivers on center Charles Bassey and guard Lamont Butler.

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Atlanta Hawks News / Hoops Wire / October 18

NBA Moves: Hawks, Charles Bassey, Mavs, Pacers, Kyle Guy

Atlanta has waived center Charles Bassey and guard Lamont Butler, per Ohm Youngmisuk of ESPN. The moves bring the Hawks’ roster to 14 players, one shy of the regular-season limit.

Atlanta Hawks News / Fastbreak on SI / October 18

Top NBA Free Agent Centers After Hawks Cut Ties With Charles Bassey

Charles Bassey is on his way to hitting the open market once again. According to a report, the Atlanta Hawks have moved on from the veteran big man ahead of Saturday’s deadline.

Atlanta Hawks News / Fastbreak on SI / September 11

A Brief History of Atlanta Hawks' Low-Risk NBA Signing

Charles Bassey has figured out his next landing spot in the NBA. The veteran big man is reportedly signing a deal with the Atlanta Hawks. The veteran center will get a chance to compete with the Hawks in training camp, but he’s on pace to be a part of the team’s NBA G League affiliate, the Skyhawks.

NBA News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / September 10

Former 76ers, Spurs Center Signs Training Camp Deal With Atlanta

The Atlanta Hawks are going to have a competive training camp. Today, the organization announced the signing of former 76ers and Spurs center Charles Bassey.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / September 10

NBA Notes: Hawks, Charles Bassey, Clippers, Celtics

The Hawks are giving big man Charles Bassey a shot at camp. The team announced his signing Wednesday, with The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reporting it’s an Exhibit 10 contract.

NBA News / Last Word On Sports / August 5

Free Agent Rumors: Charles Bassey, Shabazz Napier, Carsen Edwards and Onrulup Bitim

According to Noa Dalzell of SB Nation’s Celtics Blog, Charles Bassey wants to remain in the NBA despite drawing interest from overseas. Dalzell said that Bassey, coming off a strong 2025 Las Vegas summer league performance, wants to sign with the Celtics.

Boston Celtics News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / August 4

Celtics Insider Provides New Update on Former Sixers Big Man

Years removed from his lone season with the Philadelphia 76ers, Charles Bassey is in search of a new home in the NBA. Following a strong showing earlier this summer, he could work his way onto a roster before the start of the 2026 campaign.

Boston Celtics News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 3

Celtics rumors: Summer League star wants to sign NBA contract

Charles Bassey has never averaged more than 5.7 points per game in the NBA, but believes he proved his potential on the Boston Celtics’ 2025 Summer League roster.

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San Antonio Spurs News / San Antonio Spurs on SI / August 2

Spurs Free Agent Faces Tough Decision on International Opportunities

SAN ANTONIO — Former San Antonio Spurs center Charles Bassey may be the only one truly in the know about his basketball future. After three seasons with the Spurs, Bassey hit unrestricted free agency with no return offer.

NBA News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / July 30

Ex-Sixers Draft Pick Could Soon Leave NBA

Former Philadelphia 76ers center Charles Bassey seemed to be on pace to secure a potential spot on the Boston Celtics’ roster for next season. All signs are pointing to Bassey going somewhere else—somewhere beyond the NBA.

Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / July 29

Celtics Notes: Ex-Celtic Arrested, Surprise Starting Lineup Prediction, Charles Bassey Nearing Deal

A former Boston Celtics forward has been taken into custody in Florida and will soon be extradited. He was charged with fraud after issuing a check with insufficient funds to a casino.

Boston Celtics News / NBA Analysis Network / July 28

Boston Celtics Summer League star enters contract talks with new team, agent confirms ‘he’s definitely interested’

The Boston Celtics could lose out on one of the team’s most impressive players at NBA Summer League. It is no secret the Boston Celtics are in a transitional phase, with a year of mediocrity potentially lying ahead, even in a weak Eastern Conference.

NBA News / Last Word On Sports / July 27

Summer League Standout Likely to Move to Europe

More and more NBA players are finding regular playing time and better contracts across the ocean. The latest example of someone potentially making the trek to Europe is one of the summer league stars, Charles Bassey.

San Antonio Spurs News / San Antonio Spurs on SI / July 26

Spurs Free Agent Drawing Interest From EuroLeague Teams: Report

SAN ANTONIO — Charles Bassey was only ever slated to play three games at NBA 2K26 Summer League for the Boston Celtics. Making a surprise appearance in the squad's starting lineup for its first contest, Bassey proved his potential as a tenable center, when healthy.

Boston Celtics News / Fastbreak on SI / July 14

Boston Celtics Are Being Urged To Sign 4-Year NBA Player

Charles Bassey has played four seasons in the NBA. He finished this past year (with the San Antonio Spurs) averaging 4.4 points and 4.2 rebounds per contest while shooting 58.1% from the field in 36 games.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 13

Celtics’ Charles Bassey sending loud message with Summer League domination

The Boston Celtics’ 2024 championship was built on depth. However, following a devastating injury to Celtics star Jayson Tatum, a pair of salary-dumping trades, and expected losses in free agency, Boston no longer has elite depth — especially at center.

San Antonio Spurs News / San Antonio Spurs on SI / July 11

Spurs Free Agent Makes Surprise Appearance at NBA Summer League

LAS VEGAS — Charles Bassey is currently in unrestricted free agency after his contract with the San Antonio Spurs expired at the end of the season. In four years in the NBA, the center has played in just 113 games due to several injuries spanning multiple seasons.

San Antonio Spurs News / San Antonio Spurs on SI / May 3, 2024

Spurs Season-In-Review: Charles Bassey Still Looking For Healthy NBA Season

Charles Bassey has yet to play more than half of an NBA season over the course of his three seasons in the league. Whether it was with the Philadelphia 76ers — where he signed a rookie deal after being drafted with the No.

San Antonio Spurs News / Hoops Rumors / January 2, 2024