KFDM COOP Posted October 22, 2008 Report Posted October 22, 2008 Rockets cut forward Mike Harris One more move is coming with season opener near The Rockets cut former Rice University forward Mike Harris on Wednesday, reducing their roster to 15 players. The 6-6 Harris had played 25 games with Guandong Tigers in the Chinese Basketball Association last season before signing a 10-day contract with the Rockets on March 8. Harris stuck with the club through the end of the season, averaging 3.6 points and 3.1 rebounds in 17 games. But for the second straight year, he was caught in a numbers game where the Rockets roster is crowded with forwards. "We are talking to several teams in Europe and China," said Harris' agent Tony Dutt. "He loves the organization. We really hoped it was going to work out. At the end of the day, it doesnt make sense (for the Rockets to keep him), if he isnt going to play. Mike needs to continue to play." It is likely that Dutt will seek a contract with an opt-out clause overseas, giving Harris an option to once again pursue an NBA job if one opens up. The Rockets are now at the 15-man NBA limit for the regular season, but still plan to cut one more player — Von Wafer or D.J. Strawberry — for payroll reasons.
shorttexas1 Posted October 23, 2008 Report Posted October 23, 2008 ??? I though they liked this kid... I guess that is the breaks!
BLUEDOVE3 Posted October 27, 2008 Report Posted October 27, 2008 ??? I though they liked this kid... I guess that is the breaks! Probably has good skills but so does everyone else at this level. You gotta be able to bring something extra to the table ov er the next guy.
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