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Lakers Cut Ties With Young Forward, Sign New Backup Center
29 Oct
Summary
- Los Angeles Lakers waived two-way forward AK Okereke.
- Okereke never played in NBA action for the Lakers.
- Lawson Lovering, a 7-foot center, was signed to a two-way deal.
The Los Angeles Lakers have made a roster adjustment, waiving two-way forward AK Okereke. Okereke, who joined the team after a college career at Vanderbilt where he averaged 9.6 points and shot 40.0 percent from three-point range, did not play in any NBA games for the Lakers.
Following Okereke's departure, the Lakers have signed Lawson Lovering to a two-way contract. Lovering is a 7-foot center who played for the Memphis Grizzlies last season, averaging 7.0 points and 7.5 rebounds in two games. His addition is expected to bolster the Lakers' rebounding and rim protection.
The Lakers had been seeking additional depth at the backup center position. Lovering's signing addresses this need as the team finalizes its roster composition. Okereke's release and Lovering's acquisition represent a significant change in the Lakers' frontcourt personnel.
