Patrick Patterson Bought Out by Thunder and Reportedly Plans on Signing With Clippers

Veteran forward Patrick Patterson was bought out by the Oklahoma City Thunder on Thursday, making him a free agent, according to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski.

Patterson plans on joining the Los Angeles Clippers, alongside newly-acquired superstars Kawhi Leonard and Paul George.

Once his $5.7 million salary clears waivers, Patterson’s intention is to sign with the Los Angeles Clippers, league sources tell ESPN https://t.co/0uIDF7EYJx
— Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) August 1, 2019

In 11 years of NBA service, Patterson has averaged 6.9 points and 4.1 rebounds per game. While he's not a game-breaking player, Patterson has a proven ability to space the floor and play big in a small lineup.

He had some effective years in Houston, but played limited minutes in Oklahoma City. While his role on the Clippers likely won't be significant, Patterson's versatility will help round out a roster that's shaping up to be one of the league's best.

Patrick Patterson shot 37.4% on FGs last season, lowest of his career, but he’s a career 36% from 3 and if he’s in a bench rotation with Lou +Trez, it figures he could benefit from lots of open looks. Also steady on boards -- had OKC's 7th-best reb %.
— Andrew Greif (@AndrewGreif) August 1, 2019

The Clippers boast one of the scariest benches, which will now only improve with the signing of Patterson. Lou Williams is coming off another Sixth Man of the Year award and Montrezl Harrell is growing into one of the premier pick and roll big men in the league.

The Clippers will be a force to be reckoned with, and the addition of Patterson will make them all the more formidable.