A short-term agreement in professional basketball allows teams to sign players for a period not exceeding ten days. This agreement provides teams with roster flexibility, especially when dealing with injuries or needing to evaluate potential additions to the team. The number of games a player can participate in during this period is limited to three. A team can only sign a player to two such agreements during a season.
Such agreements serve as a valuable tool for teams to assess a player’s fit within their system without making a long-term commitment. It offers players an opportunity to showcase their abilities at the highest level, potentially leading to a more permanent role with the team or elsewhere in the league. Historically, these agreements have been used to provide opportunities to players in the developmental league or those seeking a second chance in the NBA.