Suns release forward DeJuan Blair after trade with Wizards

Washington Wizards center DeJuan Blair (45) drives between Memphis Grizzlies guard Mario Chalmers, left, and center Marc Gasol (33). (Brandon Dill/AP)

PHOENIX — As expected, the Phoenix Suns have waived forward-centre DeJuan Blair.

Phoenix acquired Blair, Kris Humphries and a protected first-round draft pick last Thursday in the trade that sent Markieff Morris to Washington. A seven-year NBA veteran, Blair averaged 2.1 points and two rebounds in 29 games for the Wizards this season.

The move Monday leaves Phoenix with an open spot on the 15-man roster.

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