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Another opportunity at the NBA level has come up for former Philadelphia 76ers center Mo Bamba. On Monday, it was revealed that Bamba will join the New Orleans Pelicans on a temporary deal.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Milwaukee Bucks on SI / March 11

Bucks Lose Out on Prime Buyout Market Option

The Milwaukee Bucks recently missed out on a prime buyout option when the New Orleans Pelicans signed free agent center Mo Bamba to a 10-day contract. Bamba, a 7-footer with a unique skill set, could have been the perfect addition to the Bucks’ frontcourt, providing much-needed depth to a team looking to strengthen its championship aspirations.

Los Angeles Clippers News / Los Angeles Clippers on SI / March 10

Former Lakers, Clippers Player Signs With New Team

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NBA News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / March 10

Former Lakers Center Signs With West Rival

Mo Bamba’s journey in the NBA has been a rollercoaster ride filled with both potential and challenges; however, he just landed a fresh new start with a Western Conference organization.

NBA News / Last Word On Sports / March 10

Former Magic Draft Pick Signs Deal With Pelicans

The New Orleans Pelicans are far from making it to the playoffs this season, which was reassured by the team’s terrible start to the season due to significant injuries to the majority of their roster.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 10

Pelicans sign former Lakers, Clippers center

The New Orleans Pelicans will be looking for some more production down low and signed Mo Bamba to a 10-day deal in an attempt to get it. Shams Charania of ESPN first reported the news on Monday afternoon.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / March 10

Pelicans Signing Mo Bamba To 10-Day Contract

The Pelicans are signing veteran free agent center Mo Bamba to a 10-day contract, NBA agents Mark Bartelstein and Greer Love told Shams Charania of ESPN.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / March 10

Mo Bamba To Sign 10-Day Deal With Pelicans

Free agent center Mohamed Bamba is signing a 10-day contract with the Pelicans, agents Mark Bartelstein and Greer Love tell Shams Charania of ESPN (Twitter link).

New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / March 10

Pelicans Sign Former Lakers, Clippers Player

Amid a 2024-25 season of injuries and many losses, the New Orleans Pelicans are holding out hope. With star forward Zion Williamson still leading the charge, the Pelicans continue to build up the roster as much as possible.

Los Angeles Clippers News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / March 2

Former Lakers, Clippers Center Joins New Team

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.

NBA News / Last Word On Sports / March 1

Two Former Recent Lottery Picks Acquired By G League Teams

A lottery pick is great to have come the day of the NBA Draft. It doesn’t mean that a productive player is guaranteed to be coming to the roster though.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / March 1

NBA News: Former Philadelphia 76ers Big Man Finds Next Team

Former Philadelphia 76ers big man Mo Bamba is still working on finding a long-term situation. Recently, the veteran center landed on a new team after finding himself in the free agency market.

Los Angeles Clippers News / Fastbreak on SI / March 1

Mo Bamba's Latest Career Move Leaves NBA Fans Intrigued

Mo Bamba began the 2024-25 NBA season with the LA Clippers. He had averages of 4.6 points, 4.3 rebounds and 1.0 blocks per contest while shooting 46.6% from the field and 30.0% from the three-point range in 28 games.

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Bleacher Report / February 9

JaVale McGee, Mo Bamba and Lakers Top Targets After Mark Williams Trade Rescinded

Everything was looking up for the Los Angeles Lakers. Until it wasn't. The Lakers made the biggest splash ahead of Thursday's NBA trade deadline when they…

NBA News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / February 3

Utah Jazz Make Critical Decision on Former 76ers Big Man

Recently, two former Philadelphia 76ers players were included in a trade between the Los Angeles Clippers and the Utah Jazz. PJ Tucker and Mo Bamba, formely of the Clippers, were moved to the Jazz over the weekend.

NBA News / Fastbreak on SI / February 3

7-Year NBA Player Released After Jazz-Clippers Trade

Mo Bamba is in the middle of his seventh season in the NBA. The former Texas star is averaging 4.6 points, 4.3 rebounds and 1.0 blocks per contest while shooting 46.6% from the field and 30.0% from the three-point range in 28 games.

Los Angeles Clippers News / Los Angeles Clippers on SI / February 2

Recently Traded LA Clippers Player Gets Waived by New Team

On Saturday, the LA Clippers traded P.J. Tucker, Mo Bamba, a second-round pick, and cash to the Utah Jazz for Drew Eubanks and Patty Mills. It was a move that kicked off a much more eventful Saturday that ended with Luka Doncic getting traded to the Los Angeles Lakers.

Utah Jazz News / Utah Jazz on SI / February 2

Jazz Cut Ties With Recent Trade Acquisition

After being involved in two trades over the weekend, the Utah Jazz have already released one of their recent acquisitions. According to a team release, the Jazz have cut Mo Bamba, acquired in their Saturday deal with the Los Angeles Clippers.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / February 2

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Utah Jazz News / SLC Dunk / February 1

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NBA News / Hoops Rumors / February 2

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NBA News / Hoops Rumors / July 1

Clippers agree to one-year deal with former top-10 pick

The Clippers and free-agent center Mohamed Bamba have reached an agreement on a one-year deal.

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NBA News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / December 27, 2023

‘That’s Family’: 76ers' Mo Bamba Shares Thoughts on Orlando Magic

The Kia Center in downtown Orlando used to be home to Philadelphia 76ers center Mo Bamba. On Wednesday, he’ll make his return to the Orlando Magic’s home court but as a member of the other team for the first time.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Yardbarker / July 17, 2023