Greensboro Swarm Acquire Evan Gilyard II

Swarm also receive returning player rights to center Armando Bacot in trade with Memphis Hustle

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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The Greensboro Swarm have acquired guard Evan Gilyard II and the returning player rights to center Armando Bacot from the Memphis Hustle in exchange for forward Eric Dixon. Gilyard II, a 27-year-old Chicago native, has extensive experience in the NBA G League, while Bacot is currently playing overseas for Fenerbahçe Beko.

Why it matters

The Swarm are bolstering their roster with experienced G League talent as they look to make a push for the playoffs. Gilyard II's scoring ability and Bacot's potential addition could provide a boost to the team's frontcourt and backcourt.

The details

Gilyard II averaged 10.1 points, 1.6 rebounds and 3.7 assists across 29 games (15 starts) for the Hustle last season, including a trio of 20-point outings. The 6-foot-10 Bacot is currently playing overseas for Fenerbahçe Beko. In the trade, the Swarm sent forward Eric Dixon, who appeared in 27 games (four starts) for Greensboro this season.

  • The trade was announced on February 10, 2026.

The players

Evan Gilyard II

A 27-year-old guard who has extensive experience in the NBA G League, including stints with the Memphis Hustle, Raptors 905, and Windy City Bulls.

Armando Bacot

A 25-year-old center who is currently playing for Fenerbahçe Beko of the Basketbol Süper Ligi and the EuroLeague.

Cole Teal

The General Manager of the Greensboro Swarm.

Eric Dixon

A forward who appeared in 27 games (four starts) for the Greensboro Swarm this season.

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The takeaway

The Greensboro Swarm have made a strategic move to bolster their roster with experienced G League talent, acquiring Evan Gilyard II and the returning player rights to Armando Bacot. This trade could provide a boost to the team's backcourt and frontcourt as they aim to make a playoff push.