JERRY STACKHOUSE HEADS TO SOUTH BEACH

Jerry Stackhouse saw action
for the Milwaukee Bucks in
42 games last season.

To offset the temporary loss of  Mike Miller due to injury, the Miami Heat signed veteran Jerry Stackhouse to a non-guaranteed contract. The 15-year veteran played for the Milwaukee Bucks last season and posted averages of 8.5 ppg, 3.4 rpg and 3.6 apg in 42 games. Stackhouse says he is grateful for the opportunity given to him by the Heat and the chance to play alongside LeBron James, Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh, according to NBA.com. This could be the last chance for the 6-6, former North Carolina Tar Heel to win an NBA championship after a long illustrious career.

“Grateful for this kind of opportunity at this point of my career. Mike Miller is key part of what the Heat envisioned with this team. Hopefully, I can come and provide some depth while he’s out, as well as provide some intangibles the team could use for the long haul.

“I’ve been fortunate to have played for so many great organizations and alongside great players, but to join the Miami Heat organization and to play along side Dwayne, LeBron and Chris and have a chance to compete for a championship, I just thank God.”