New Zealand forward Sean Marks grabs a rebound over
Argentina guard Manu Ginobili during the world basketball
championships in Indianapolis in 2002.
The New Orleans Hornets have signed free-agent Sean
Marks, a nine-year NBA veteran who can play both power forward
and center.
"We are excited for Sean to join our team," said Hornets
general manager Jeff Bower, who did not release terms of the
contract, citing team policy. "He is a veteran leader who has
been on winning teams and will be a great addition to our
frontcourt."
The 6-foot-10, 250-pound Marks has been a role player
throughout his career with Toronto, Miami, San Antonio and
Phoenix, averaging 3.1 points and 1.9 rebounds in 9.1 minutes
per game.
The former Cal-Berkeley standout also holds the distinction
of being the first New Zealand native to play in the NBA.
Marks played in 19 games for the Suns during the 2007-08
season.
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