Hornets' SL Guard Zavier Simpson Signs With New Team

See you next Summer Zavier!

Zavier Simpson Dribbling /

Hornets Summer League point guard Zavier Simpson, who earned plaudits with his steady, controlled and productive play has signed in Romania for the 2024-25 season. He joins Romanian champions U-BT Cluj-Napoca who are set to play in the Eurocup next season. Simpson averaged 13 points 4 rebounds 6.7 assists 1.4 steals 1 block 1.7 turn overs in seven games while playing 28 minutes per night,

Zavier Simpson, who spent the Summer League with the Charlotte Hornets, signed with Romanian champion and @EuroCup quarter-finalist U-BT Cluj-Napoca. pic.twitter.com/BDrbHYAusN

— David Istrate (@david_istrate) July 26, 2024

There was speculation among Hornets fans that Zavier Simpson (Not to be confused with KJ Simpson) could end up playing for Greensboro or sign Charlotte's vacant two-way. However, after drafting another small lead guard in KJ Simpson with the 42nd pick in this years' draft, it always appeared unlikely.

Despite Zavier Simpson spending the 2024-25 season overseas, don't rule out a return to Charlotte's summer league team next season. After years of inept point guard play, Simpson's impact was a refreshing change and helped carry the Hornets to an impressive 7-1 record.

If only lifetime Summer League contracts existed… Zavier Simpson has been so great for this team.

Hornets up by 6 on a Celtics team with more talent. Defensively the team looks extremely well coached. pic.twitter.com/KlDSQfIYUG

— James Plowright (@British_Buzz) July 17, 2024