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Former University of North Carolina basketball player Nassir Little is continuing his quest to play professional basketball. Little announced on Friday he has signed with the Chiba Jets of Japan's B League for the 2025-2026 season.

NBA News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / July 6

Former Tar Heel Nassir Little Finding His Way in the NBA

When Nassir Little was leaving high school, he was a five-star prospect who would slash to the rim with ease, soar up in the air for dunks, and have a lot of athleticism in his game, similar to last season's Drake Powell (now in the NBA himself with the Brooklyn Nets).

Phoenix Suns News / Fastbreak on SI / June 3

Phoenix Suns Still Paying $3 Million Per Year To Former NBA Player Until 2031

Nassir Little most recently played in the NBA during the 2023-24 season when he was with the Phoenix Suns. That year, he averaged 3.4 points and 1.7 rebounds per contest while shooting 46.0% from the field and 30.0% from the three-point range in 45 games.

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Phoenix Suns News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 25

Former Blazers, Suns forward drawing serious interest after G League showcase

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NBA News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / November 15

Frigid Shooting Spoils UNC Basketball Alum's G League Outing

On Thursday, UNC basketball products Nassir Little and Pete Nance were on the same court when Little's Sioux Falls Skyforce (1-2) hosted Nance's Cleveland Charge (1-2) in early-season G League action.

NBA News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / October 20

Former UNC Basketball Wing Back Among Top Unsigned Free Agents

UNC basketball product Nassir Little, who spent a year in Chapel Hill before leaving early and getting drafted No. 25 overall in 2019, has 237 games of NBA regular season experience under his belt.

Miami Heat News / Hoops Rumors / October 19

Former first-round pick among Heat players waived

The Heat have requested waivers on Nassir Little, Zyon Pullin, Isaiah Stevens and Warren Washington.

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Miami Heat News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 2

Nassir LIttle breaks silence on choosing Heat over other contenders

As the Miami Heat prepare for a loaded Eastern Conference, they added a recent piece that could have an immediate impact in former first-round pick in 2019 Nassir Little.

Miami Heat News / Last Word On Sports / October 2

Miami Heat Signing Reveals Why He Joined the Team

After a disappointing first-round playoff exit at the hand of the eventual champion Boston Celtics last season, the Miami Heat are aiming to remind the NBA world why they were in the Finals just one year ago.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / September 27

Miami Heat Blockbuster Trade Target Praises Recent Signing

One of the Miami Heat's latest roster moves is gaining some heavy praise. The Heat signed two-way wing Nassir Little to a one-year contract earlier this week.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / September 25

Nassir Little, LeBron James Have More In Common Than Just Wearing A Miami Heat Jersey

The Miami Heat signed forward Nassir Little on a one-year deal earlier this week. It's Little's third team in his five-year NBA career. He's become a journeyman earlier in his career.

Miami Heat News / Fastbreak on SI / September 25

Miami Heat Officially Sign 5-Year NBA Player

Nassir Little spent last season playing for the Phoenix Suns. The five-year veteran averaged 3.4 points and 1.7 rebounds per contest while shooting 46.0% from the field and 30.0% from the three-point range in 45 games (two starts).

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Miami Heat News / Last Word On Sports / September 24

5-Year NBA Veteran Off the Market After Miami Signing

A lengthy summer as a free agent ends for Nassir Little after the recent agreement with the Miami Heat. Where the forward will fit into Miami’s rotation is unclear, however, for Little, it’s a chance to continue playing basketball.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / September 23

Heat to sign veteran forward to one-year deal

The free-agent forward had worked out for a number of other teams including the Celtics, Warriors and Kings.

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NBA News / Celtics Life / September 17

Celtics reportedly have interest in Nassir Little

Brad Stevens is looking to make training camp for the reigning NBA champs a competitive one. Another NBA player who could be fighting for a spot on the roster is Nassir Little.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / September 16

Heat, Celtics, Others To Work Out Nassir Little

Free agent forward Nassir Little will work out for the Heat, Celtics and Warriors, per Keith Smith of Spotrac. As we relayed here via The Athletic, Little will also take part in a veteran audition with the Kings.

Phoenix Suns News / Phoenix Suns on SI / September 16

Former Suns F Drawing Interest Around League

A former member of the Phoenix Suns is garnering significant interest around the league ahead of the opening of preseason play in three weeks - if recent reports are accurate.

NBA News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / September 16

Former Blazers First-Round Pick Working Out With Major Contenders

Former Portland Trail Blazers first round pick Nassir Little could soon find himself a new home in the NBA. According to insider Keith Smith, Little has had or will have some workouts with multiple contenders before the start of the new season.

Golden State Warriors News / Fastbreak on SI / September 16

Golden State Warriors Reportedly Worked Out Former NBA 1st-Round Pick

Nassir Little is coming off a season where he appeared in 45 games for the Phoenix Suns. He finished the year with averages of 3.4 points and 1.7 rebounds per contest while shooting 46.0% from the field and 30.0% from the three-point range.

NBA News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / August 25

NBA Free Agency: Should Nets Sign Nassir Little?

The Brooklyn Nets should be looking in every nook and cranny across the globe to try and find ways to improve their roster, and they may have a solution from a Western Conference rival.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / August 23

Cavaliers Urged To Sign Nassir Little: ‘Provides Another Wing Shooter’

One NBA analyst has urged the Cleveland Cavaliers to sign Nassir Little. Caleb Crowley of King James Gospel believes the Cavaliers should add Little, who was recently waived by the Phoenix Suns. “With limited options left, the Cavaliers must take a chance on Little,” Crowley wrote.

Phoenix Suns News / Phoenix Suns on SI / July 30, 2024

Analyst: Suns Have Little Tradable Assets

As the Phoenix Suns ready for an extremely crucial 2024-25 season, the rest of the NBA world is focused on "list" season - and that doesn't change here.

NBA News / Yardbarker / January 26, 2024

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Phoenix Suns News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 17, 2024

Sources: Suns gauging interest in Grayson Allen-Nassir Little trade package ahead of deadline

As the NBA trade deadline nears, the Phoenix Suns and their aggressive new owner, Mat Ishbia, are evaluating all of the options that present themselves to the organization over the next few weeks.