The Los Angeles Lakers have signed guard Nick Smith Jr. to a two-year standard contract, filling the roster spot vacated by the waived Kobe Bufkin. Smith will be eligible to participate in the playoffs for the team. In his 29 games with the Lakers, the 6-foot-2 guard has averaged 6.0 points in 12.3 minutes per game, shooting 40% on 2.8 three-point attempts. This move bolsters the Lakers’ backcourt depth as they head into postseason play.
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Nick Smith Jr. Signs Two-Year Contract with Lakers
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