“Bron Fans Bullied Him So Badly That the Joke Came True”: Fans Go Wild as D’Angelo Russell Heads to China After Sudden NBA Exit

D'Angelo Russell is heading to China after spending 11 seasons in the NBA.

By Avi Shravan · Sportskeeda

Published: Wednesday, 30 September 2026 at 10:57 PM

Key Things to Know

D'Angelo Russell is reportedly signing with the Shanghai Sharks in China following his NBA departure.
The Memphis Grizzlies recently waived Russell after acquiring him via a multi-team trade in July.
Russell averaged 10.2 points and 4.0 assists per game in 26 appearances for the Dallas Mavericks last season.

The Story in 60 Seconds

Former NBA guard D'Angelo Russell is reportedly signing with the Shanghai Sharks in the Chinese Basketball Association after 11 seasons in the NBA. According to journalist Zhang Duo, the 2019 All-Star is moving overseas following his release from the Memphis Grizzlies, sparking widespread reactions from basketball fans across social media.

Russell was waived by the Grizzlies after being acquired in a six-team trade in July. Last season, he appeared in 26 games for the Dallas Mavericks, averaging 10.2 points, 2.3 rebounds, and 4.0 assists before making his exit from the league.

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