Zhejiang cuts Javaris Crittenton

Last night, Round Six of the Chinese Basketball Association’s regular season came to its conclusion with a full slate of eight games being played simultaneously.

Also coming to its conclusion: Javaris Crittenton’s career with Zhejiang Guangsha.

Half a month into a one-year contract with Guangsha, Crittenton was officially cut by the team before the team’s 98-96 win last night over Tianjin.  Speaking to reporters before the game, general manager Ye Xiangyu confirmed what had been a long suspected rumor within China that both Crittenton and Guangsha were unhappy with each other, and that a split was inevitable.  Starting every game for the 3-2 Guangsha, Crittenton was averaging 25.8 points per game.

“Yes, we’re changing Crittenton,” Ye said.  ”His individual offense is fine, but he’s not doing a good job organizing the team offense. Also, his defense is bad and his shooting is off.  Our new import [Tre] Kelly has already arrived in China. Right now he’s in Beijing and he’ll be in Tianjin soon.  He’ll play in tonight’s game against Tianjin.”

Crittenton joins a growing list of high profile NBA players who came into the league with big expectations, only to be released only a handful games into the season.  Jiangsu is already looking to replace Ricky Davis and Zhejiang Chouzhou is also aiming to switch out Mike James.