Hornets' former star leaves NBA to sign contract in Europe

One of the most talented point guards in the history of the Charlotte Hornets is heading overseas.

Devonte' Graham is close to an agreement with Crvena Zvezda in Serbia, according to Eurohoops.

Graham broke out in his second NBA season, averaging 18.2 points and 7.5 assists per game.

He never put up numbers like that again, though.

He has played for New Orleans and San Antonio since leaving Charlotte.

Last season, Graham played in the G League for the South Bay Lakers, averaging 10.8 points and 4.4 assists per game.

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Graham actually was traded back to Charlotte last season but was waived without playing in a game.

The point guard appeared in 336 NBA games, with 171 starts. He has averaged 11.1 points and 4.3 assists across his career.

Graham, 30, probably has one more chance to make it back to the NBA if he shines in Europe.

For now, though, he's on the verge of his first overseas contract.

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