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“AR had a fantastic season last year, well-deserving of the contract he got and everything,” Grimes said on 710 AM ESPN L.A. with Mason & Ireland. “He’s one of the best scorers in the NBA, probably. Walker (Kessler), you know, is one of the best rim protectors. I know he only played like four or five games last year, but everybody knows what he does. Nobody wants to go in that paint, 7’2” guy he’s going to block shots. He’s going to give us a definite advantage because people aren’t gonna go in that paint, so we can guard and put pressure on the ball even more knowing we got big Walker down in the paint holding it down. “We got guys like Collin (Sexton), a dog. (Sandro) Mamu, a dog, already getting out here and getting work in. So, it’s going to be a lot of fun. I feel like we’re going to surprise some people for sure with how good we are and clicking on all cylinders, I think.”
Harrison Faigen: Collin Sexton has stayed for the entire game every Lakers summer league game. Idk if he’s just a basketball sicko, trying to be a supportive vet, or both, but I think that’s really cool
Law Murray: Asked Los Angeles Lakers free agent signing Collin Sexton about his strong efficiency and low-turnover style in his 8-year career (47.2% FGs, 38.9% 3s, 2.3 turnovers in 29.0 minutes) "I feel that was something that was a huge knock on me coming into the league"
Khobi Price: Collin Sexton on why he joined the Lakers: "Honestly, I would say just like opportunity. Opportunity to go out and win and be able to compete each and every night. I feel like that's something that needs to be shown that I bring each and every day is that one to compete, but also the one to win."
Khobi Price: June 21, 2018: The Cavaliers draft Collin Sexton July 1, 2018: LeBron James leaves the Cavaliers for the Lakers June 30, 2026: Lakers informed LeBron James isn't returning July 1, 2026: Collin Sexton agreed to two-year deal with Lakers. Collin: "He's just leaving every time I arrive...one of the other coaches made the same joke yesterday."
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Khobi Price: The Austin Reaves' re-signing is also official. Rob Pelinka: “Austin’s relentless pursuit of improvement, fierce competitiveness and commitment to winning have made him an integral part of our organization. From the moment he joined the Lakers, Austin has embodied the work ethic and selfless approach that define our culture. We’re thrilled to continue building with him as a cornerstone of our team as we pursue our championship goals.”
Of course, there is upside to the new cast of characters. Walker Kessler is a 7-foot-2 young defensive anchor, Quentin Grimes has 3-and-D capabilities on the wing, Sandro Mamukelashvili is a bruising forward with outside range and Collin Sexton can provide instant offense off the bench and competes on the other end. A source familiar with Luka Doncic’s thinking told ESPN he was “excited” about the new players and “looking forward to getting to work with this group.”
Despite helping the Atlanta Hawks win two playoff games against the New York Knicks, the franchise declined Jonathan Kuminga’s $24.3 million team option. Sources say this decision was strategically done to create financial flexibility, including being able to utilize the full non-taxpayer mid-level exception, while still maintaining Kuminga’s Bird Rights, so he can potentially sign a contract at a lower number than his team option amount. It also opens up sign-and-trade possibilities for Atlanta with Kuminga, who’s drawn interest now as an unrestricted free agent. In addition to the Hawks considering a return, Kuminga has been discussed with the Cleveland Cavaliers and Milwaukee Bucks in possible sign-and-trade scenarios, HoopsHype has learned. Furthermore, the Sacramento Kings have also called to circle back in recent days and touch base on Kuminga. It should also be noted that following a flurry of additions, including the Walker Kessler sign-and-trade and signings of Quentin Grimes, Sandro Mamukelashvili, and Collin Sexton in free agency, The Athletic’s Dan Woike reported Kuminga is receiving “significant consideration” from the Los Angeles Lakers.
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League sources say that the Warriors, though, are planning to register interest in various other free agents while waiting to see how James' highly anticipated free agency plays out. Sources say that Golden State is among the teams expected to pursue veteran big man Jock Landale in addition to scoring guards such as Anfernee Simons and Collin Sexton.
NBA Stat: Most career games played without a playoff appearance among active players: Miles Bridges - 501 Lauri Markkanen - 492 Collin Sexton - 475 Tre Jones - 362 Lonzo Ball - 322 (via Underdog) #NBA
KC Johnson: Bulls 129, Wizards 98 Bulls snap 7-game skid (Bucks losing to Nets in 4th) Dillingham 26 pts, 5 3PM (both career highs) Jones 20 pts, 9 assists Williams 20 pts, 7 rebs, 6 assists, 3 steals Sexton 15 pts, 9 rebs, 7 assists, 4 steals
