Poulakidas Joins Clippers Roster
Waived by the Mavericks, 23-year-old guard John Poulakidas has been included in the San Diego Clippers' G League training camp. His effort to obtain a Greek passport has drawn interest from Olympiacos and Panathinaikos.
John Poulakidas has entered a new phase after being waived by the Dallas Mavericks during the final preseason cuts. The 1.98-meter guard has been included in the San Diego Clippers' 2026-27 training camp roster. The player will compete for a chance to return to the NBA with the Los Angeles Clippers' G League team.
The Illinois native appeared in 13 games for the Mavericks during the 2025-26 season. In those games he averaged approximately 8.8 points per game and shot 40.3 percent from three-point range. A former Yale player, he stands out for his mobile shooting and basketball IQ.
Poulakidas is also looking at options across the Atlantic. He is working to obtain a Greek passport to formalize his dual citizenship. If he receives the document, he would count as a domestic player in the Greek Stoiximan GBL, and teams would not have to use a foreign player spot.
This move has caught the attention of Europe's leading clubs. Olympiacos and Panathinaikos Aktor are closely tracking the player. It is not yet clear whether Poulakidas will choose a new NBA contract or a career in Europe.
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