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The Washington Wizards have signed Jamir Watkins to a two-year standard contract, per ESPN’s Shams Charania.
The first year of Watkins’ deal will likely run through the end of the 2025-26 season, with the second year putting him under contract through the 2026-27 campaign.
Watkins, 24, was selected by Washington with the No. 43 pick in last year’s draft and spent the first half of the season on a two-way contract. In 30 NBA appearances this season, the rookie has averaged 5.3 points and 3.5 rebounds.
The Florida State product is known for his pestering on-ball defense, averaging nearly a steal per game. He’s spent ample time in the G League with the Capital City Go-Go, but due to injuries and an opening in Washington’s rotation, Watkins has seen increased playing time at the NBA level.
Over his last six games, Watkins is averaging 13.2 points on 47.8% FG. He’s improved his 3-point jumper and has an explosive leaping ability that’s generated several emphatic dunks.
Washington now has an open two-way spot with Watkins joining Tristan Vukcevic, who recently signed a three-year standard contract, at the NBA level. Here’s a look at the Wizards’ updated two-way spots:
- Sharife Cooper
- Leaky Black
- Open spot