By Eurohoops Team/ info@eurohoops.net
The Lakers signed two players, including LeBron James’ former Cleveland Cavaliers teammate Tristan Thompson, on the final day of the regular season to add depth for the playoffs.
Thompson last played in 2021-22 for the Chicago Bulls, averaging 5.7 points and 4.7 rebounds in 23 games. He was a vital cog for the Cavaliers’ four straight trips to the NBA Finals from 2015 to 2018.
The Lakers also signed Shaquille Harrison, a defensive-minded point guard. Harrison played for the South Bay Lakers, their G League affiliate, this season and averaged 13.6 points, 6.2 rebounds, 8.3 assists, and 2.1 steals in 32 games. He recently finished a 10-day contract with the Portland Trail Blazers, averaging 8.8 points and 6.0 assists in five games.
Los Angeles waived guard Davon Reed to open a roster spot to sign a second player.