The Lakers will waive guard Shake Milton to create a roster spot for Marcus Smart. Milton's non-guaranteed contract for 2025-26 was worth $3 million, which would have become guaranteed on July 20. Milton averaged 3.9 points, 1.8 rebounds, and 1.3 assists in 30 games for the Lakers. His best performance included 21 points against the Wizards on January 31. The team is also exploring the option of waiving Jordan Goodwin for additional cap space.
Milton played in 30 games for the Lakers and averaged 3.9 points, 1.8 rebounds and 1.3 assists during these contests.
The Lakers plan to waive guard Shake Milton to create the roster spot to sign Smart, sources told ESPN.
Milton's contract for 2025-26 was set for $3 million and it was fully non-guaranteed.
The simplest path there would be to waive Jordan Goodwin, who is also on a non-guaranteed deal.
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