Pelicans sign-and-waive 7-foot center Aziz Bandaogo, expected to join Laketown Squadron

Bandaogo’s sign-and-waive secures his G League placement in New Orleans’ system and keeps a 7-foot shot‑blocker available for development and potential call-up.

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- ClutchPoints reports the Pelicans signed then waived Aziz Bandaogo, likely on an Exhibit 10 contract.
- Laketown Squadron acquired Bandaogo’s returning player rights from Raptors 905 on Sept. 10.
- If Bandaogo spends 60+ days with the Squadron he could qualify for an Exhibit 10 bonus.
- Bandaogo was selected No. 2 in the 2026 G League International Draft by Raptors 905.
- He averaged 7.4 points, 5.6 rebounds and 1.6 blocks in Turkey (2025-26) and played three Summer League games for the Raptors in 2026.
- Listed as a 7-foot center/forward with rim-protecting profile.

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