Former Bighorn Courtney Fortson Signs with Clippers

Published on January 16, 2012 under NBA G League (G League)
Reno Bighorns News Release


RENO, NEV.- The Los Angeles Clippers today signed former Reno Bighorns guard Courtney Fortson for the 15th GATORADE Call-Up of the 2011-12 NBA Development League season. Fortson joins 95 other NBA players with NBA D-League experience.

Fortson (5-11, 185, Arkansas) appeared in 17 games for the Los Angeles D-Fenders this season, averaging 15.9 points, 5.2 assists and 4.4 rebounds. He has scored in double digits 12 times, including an NBA D-League career high 30 points in a 104-97 win over the Mad Ants in Fort Wayne on Dec. 30.

Fortson played in six regular season games and two playoff games for the Bighorns last season, averaging 1.5 points and 0.7 assists per game.

Fortson, who rejoins the Clippers after a stint in the team's training camp in December, is expected to be available this afternoon when the team hosts the New Jersey Nets at the STAPLES Center.

Reno Bighorns season and group ticket packages are on sale today. Groups can experience one of the many Fan Experience Packages, including playing a game on the Bighorns court or performing a routine at halftime of a game. For more information call (775)853-8220 or visit RenoBighorns.com.

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