Phoenix Add Will Cummings for NBL24
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Cummings, who has played across Europe and Asia, has won a number of scoring titles and MVP trophies across the globe, as well as a EuroCup victory in 2018.
The American guard last played in China and will head down under for the first time to link up with head coach Mike Kelly’s squad.
“I’ve always been interested in playing in Australia so when the opportunity presented itself, I wanted to make the move,” Cummings said.
“I’ve been able to speak to coach Kelly, we just talked about team and expectations, I just want to bring winnings ways and get another championship.”
The 30-year-old won’t be completely foreign to the setup, having played two seasons alongside fellow import Alan Williams in Russia for Lokomotiv Kuban.
Phoenix head coach Mike Kelly believes the 188cm American will fit nicely into the group as the hunt for a maiden title commences in September
“Will Cummings will give us another high-level creative ball-handler who scores as well as facilitates,” Kelly said.
“He’s experienced, he’s talented, and he’ll no doubt elevate our group.”
Cummings will arrive in Melbourne next week.
(Cummings completes Phoenix NBL24 roster, adding his talent to the backcourt with fellow import Gary Browne.)
Phoenix playing roster 2023/24
Player Height Position
Ben Ayre 184cm Guard
Gary Browne* 185cm Guard
Mitch Creek 196cm Forward
Will Cummings* 188cm Guard
Owen Foxwell 188cm Guard
Gorjok Gak 211cm Centre
Matt Kenyon 196cm Guard
Craig Moller 208cm Forward
Austin Rapp + 206cm Centre
Anzac Rissetto + 208cm Centre
Luke Rosendale + 195cm Guard
Kody Stattmann + 202cm Guard
Reuben Te Rangi 198cm Guard
Rhys Vague 206cm Forward
Alan Williams* 203cm Centre
*Import +Development Player