Keyonte George to Serve as Unpaid Summer League Assistant

George gets a one-game coaching assignment.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jul 41 min read

22-year-old Keyonte George will serve as an assistant for one Summer League game, and he can't be compensated. (via Dese

What happened: Keyonte George will serve as an assistant for one Summer League game. The 22-year-old cannot receive compensation for the assignment.

Why it matters: The temporary role gives George an unusual leadership opportunity as an active NBA player. It comes during an offseason when George is not expected to reach a rookie-extension agreement.

By the numbers: George is 22 years old; the unpaid assignment

What to watch: Watch how George handles the bench role and whether similar player-coaching arrangements follow.

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@ESPNNBA Jul 4, 5:46 PM ET

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