President of Basketball Operations Ernie Grunfeld announced today that the Washington Wizards have signed free agent guard Chris Whitney. Per team policy terms of the deal were not disclosed.

?We?re extremely pleased to add an established veteran player like Chris Whitney to our roster,? Grunfeld said. ?Chris is a quality person who will help us both on and off the court, and is an outstanding professional for our young players to emulate. I know that the fans in Washington have a very special relationship with Chris. He is a very competitive individual and is an outstanding perimeter shooter.?

Whitney returns to Washington where he established himself as a fan favorite during his first eight seasons as a Wizard. Entering his 11th NBA season, Whitney is the franchise leader in three-point field goals made (481) and free throw percentage (.878) for players with at least 700 attempts.

?I am thrilled to be back in Washington and to return to the community that has supported me for the majority of my career,? Whitney said. ?I already have a great relationship with many guys on our roster and I look forward to working in Eddie Jordan?s system and being a part of the exciting things happening here in D.C.?