Hornets sign guard Jannero Pargo

By The Associated Press

Published: August 9, 2006

The New Orleans Hornets today announced the signing of free agent guard Jannero Pargo.

The 6-foot-1, 175-pound Pargo is a four-year NBA veteran, holding career averages of five points and one-point-eight assists in 154 games while a member of the Chicago Bulls, Los Angeles Lakers and Toronto Raptors.

The undrafted product of the University of Arkansas appeared in a career-high 57 games and played in a career-best 645 minutes for the Bulls during the 2005-06 season, averaging 4.8 points, 1.6 assists and 1.1 rebounds.

Hornets general manager Jeff bower says Pargo is a proven NBA player and he'll help strengthen the team's backcourt with his ability to play both guard positions and his shooting range.