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LA Shake-Up: Hachimura Joins Clippers
7 Jul
Summary
- Rui Hachimura agreed to a two-year, $28 million deal with the Clippers.
- The Lakers' interest cooled, and they lack salary cap space.
- Hachimura averaged 12.3 points with the Lakers, improving in playoffs.
Forward Rui Hachimura has reportedly agreed to a two-year, $28 million deal with the Los Angeles Clippers, marking a new chapter after his tenure with the Lakers. The Clippers pursued a sign-and-trade, but the Lakers were unable to finalize the deal.
The Lakers' pursuit of Hachimura cooled this summer, reportedly due to limited salary cap space following other free agent signings and trades. Hachimura's performance with the Lakers included averaging 12.3 points per game in the regular season and an increased 17.5 points per game during the recent playoffs.
His previous move to the Lakers was a January 2023 trade from the Washington Wizards. The Lakers may now pivot their attention to acquiring forward Jonathan Kuminga, who is identified as their top wing target.
