PERTH, AUSTRALIA - JUNE 20: Jock Landale of Melbourne United shoots a free throw during game two of the NBL Grand Final Series between the Perth Wildcats and Melbourne United at RAC Arena, on June 20, 2021, in Perth, Australia.

Spurs sign Australian standout Landale to 2-year contract

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The San Antonio Spurs have signed Australian center Jock Landale to a two-year contract, his agent told The Athletic's Shams Charania.

Landale, 25, starred for Melbourne United in Australia's NBL this past season.

The 6-foot-11 big man tallied 16.4 points, 7.8 rebounds, 2.2 assists, and 1.5 blocks in 27.6 minutes per game through 41 appearances. Landale also connected on just under 39% of his 3-point attempts, displaying a rare blend of size and long-range accuracy.

Landale was voted the Most Valuable Player of the championship series after leading Melbourne to a sweep in the Grand Final.

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