New Delhi, Nov. 7 -- The Indiana Pacers shook up their roster on Thursday by waiving guard Mac McClung just over a week after signing him to his first multiyear NBA contract. In a quick follow-up move, the team added an experienced point guard, Monte Morris, to help steady a backcourt hit hard by injuries.

Mac McClung, the 26-year-old known for winning three straight Slam Dunk Contests, joined the Indiana Pacers on a non-guaranteed deal after shining in workouts. The former G League star got his shot at a standard NBA contract, but it lasted only three games.

In limited action, McClung put up 6.3 points, 1.3 rebounds, and 0.3 assists per game across 11.3 minutes. All three appearances ended in Pacers losses. He showed promise in a 19-mi...