The Los Angeles Lakers are signing two-way guard Nick Smith Jr. on a new two-year contract, Lucas Newton of Klutch Sports tells ESPN. With Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves sidelined, the Lakers add guard depth for the playoffs. Smith has averaged 6 points and 40% from 3 this season.
In Case You Forgot About Him-
Nick Smith Jr. dropped 30 pts on 13/16 fgs off the bench in Southbay’s Win vs the Valley Suns last night.
He’s avg 22 ppg & 5 apg for Southbay this season.
And these Turnaround Middy’s are Smooth. 😮💨
Thank you, Nick Smith Jr. 🙏🏽 That time he dropped 17 points in the fourth quarter against the Denver Nuggets, including five 3-pointers, during his rookie season on December 23, 2023.
Initiations have already been extended for this event! Thanks you Chris Johnson, Cory Smith of JusHoop LA and Jim Eckhart of AFA for your partnership! 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
Most 3PM by a Hornet in the last 2 years:
Miles Bridges: 298
Brandon Miller: 288
LaMelo Ball: 249
Nick Smith Jr: 167
Brandon Miller only played 27 games last year!🤯