Clippers, Mobley strike deal

Although terms of the deal were not released, the Los Angeles Times reported earlier in the summer that the pact was for five years and worth $42 million.

"Cuttino is a very tough competitor at both ends of the floor," stated vice president of basketball operations Elgin Baylor. "He shoots the ball extremely well from the perimeter, which will help our low post players. He’s a veteran who brings both playoff experience and leadership."

Mobley, who will be 30 when the season commences, joins his fourth team since the end of the 2003-04 campaign. After being dealt from Houston to Orlando as part of the Tracy McGrady deal prior to the start of last season, the Magic shipped him to Sacramento in January.

"Cuttino is a great addition to our club," added Clippers head coach Mike Dunleavy. "We were looking for a player that would add some key dimensions to our team that we were lacking. His three-point shooting ability was third best in the league last season. He is a solid defender and excellent all around player."

In 43 games with the Kings, Mobley averaged 17.8 points after he scored 16.0 points per game in Orlando. He then opted out his deal that would have paid him $6.4 million for this upcoming season.

For his career, Mobley, a second-round pick of the Rockets in 1998. has averaged 17.1 points and 4.0 rebounds in 502 games for Houston, Orlando and Sacramento.