Former Maryland and Texas A&M standout returns to his hometown after earning an NBA Summer League opportunity with the New Orleans Pelicans following a career-best senior season.
For Solomon Washington, the journey to professional basketball has come full circle.
The former Maryland Terrapins forward has signed a free agent contract with the New Orleans Pelicans, giving the New Orleans native an opportunity to begin his NBA career with the team representing his hometown. Washington is expected to join the Pelicans during the NBA Summer League, where he'll compete for a roster spot and showcase the relentless energy that made him one of college basketball's premier rebounders.
The signing marks another significant milestone for a player whose path has been defined by perseverance, defensive excellence, and unwavering determination.
Career-Best Season at Maryland
Washington delivered his finest collegiate campaign during his lone season in College Park.
Despite missing the first eight games of the season because of injury, the versatile forward returned to the starting lineup in December and quickly became one of Maryland's most indispensable players.
He averaged a career-high 9.8 points and 9.2 rebounds per game, leading the Terrapins with 230 total rebounds while averaging a team-best 31.9 minutes per contest.
Washington also recorded six double-doubles, establishing himself as one of the Big Ten's most consistent interior performers on both ends of the floor.
His combination of rebounding, defensive versatility and relentless hustle made him one of Maryland's emotional leaders throughout the season.

