Rodney McGruder joins Longobardi Scafati

Longobardi Scafati has completed its roster with the signing of American guard Rodney McGruder. The 35-year-old athlete brings significant experience to the Italian Serie A team, having played 385 NBA games for the Miami Heat, Los Angeles Clippers, and Detroit Pistons.

McGruder has previously competed in Italy, playing for Olimpia Milano in the EuroLeague and Reyer Venezia. Following his arrival in Scafati, he immediately participated in training sessions with head coach Piero Bucchi and the rest of the squad. McGruder expressed his readiness to contribute to the team and noted his desire to accelerate his physical conditioning to be prepared for the league debut scheduled for September 27 in Udine.

In recent pre-season activity, Scafati lost a friendly match against BC Roma with a score of 91-84. Notable performances in that game included 22 points from Onyema and 15 from captain Mascolo.