The Los Angeles Lakers have opted not to exercise the third-year rookie option on guard Jalen Hood-Schifino, thereby making him an unrestricted free agent for 2025. This decision, while signaling a lack of confidence in Hood-Schifino, also aims to provide the Lakers with greater roster flexibility moving into next offseason as they navigate a salary cap overage.
Selected as the 17th pick in the 2023 NBA draft, Jalen Hood-Schifino didn't get enough playing time last season, recording an average of just 1.6 points and 0.6 rebounds over 21 games. Despite his promising potential shown during his time at Indiana, he has yet to take the court in the ongoing 2024-25 season, raising questions about his future with the franchise.
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