Nets win race to sign veteran guard Dragic

The Brooklyn Nets are set to be bolstered for the final stretch of the NBA regular season with the signing of experienced free agent guard Goran Dragic.

The 35-year-old Slovenian, who has an outstanding post-season record, had interest from several sides including the Los Angeles Lakers, Golden State Warriors, Los Angeles Clippers, Milwaukee Bucks and Chicago Bulls.

Dragic's agent Billy Duffy told ESPN that the Nets have won the race for his signature, joining for the rest of the season.

The 2018 All-Star offers the Nets capable backcourt size and backup to Kyrie Irving, who is currently only permitted to play road games due to New York City's vaccination mandate.

Dragic played five games for the Toronto Raptors this season before being traded to the San Antonio Spurs upon the deadline, before they went on to buy out the former Miami Heat star's contract.

Dragic has career averages of 13.9 points, 4.8 assists and 3.1 rebounds in 872 games (524 starts) with the Suns, Miami Heat, Houston Rockets and Raptors.

He made the All-NBA third team and was named the league's Most Improved Player in 2013-14. He was selected to the All-Star team in 2017-18.

Brooklyn will waive guard Jevon Carter to open up a spot for Dragic their roster.