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LA Clippers waive Yuki Kawamura ahead of NBA season
Original: Yuki Kawamura waived by LA Clippers ahead of NBA season
The LA Clippers have waived Japanese point guard Yuki Kawamura ahead of the new NBA season. The move ends his stint with the Clippers roster, leaving his next step unclear as teams finalize their squads before opening night. Kawamura, a popular figure in Japanese basketball, had drawn attention as one of the few Japanese players pursuing an NBA career.
Why now: Kawamura is a high-profile Japanese player, so his release ahead of the season draws attention from basketball fans in Japan and worldwide.
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- Yuki Kawamura waived by LA Clippers ahead of NBA season · BasketNews.com
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