Collin Sexton aims to replicate guards' roles with Lakers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 24, 2026, 2:24 AM
Last updated Jul 24, 2026
The Los Angeles Lakers have signed guard Collin Sexton, marking a significant offseason move. Sexton expressed a desire to model his game after Marcus Smart and Avery Bradley, emphasizing the importance of defense and playmaking. His acquisition comes as the Lakers face critiques over not securing forwards following departures, including LeBron James. With a new roster configuration, General Manager Rob Pelinka's strategy will be under scrutiny as the team aims for playoff contention in a competitive Western Conference.
- •Lakers sign Collin Sexton as a key addition this offseason.
- •Sexton aims to emulate Marcus Smart and Avery Bradley.
- •Criticism arises over no proven starting forwards acquired.
- •Rob Pelinka's decisions are crucial for the team's playoff hopes.
- •Lakers look to improve despite losing significant players.
- 5:22 AMYahoo Sports — New Los Angeles Lakers Guard Collin Sexton Sends Out Bold Post
- 2:24 AMYahoo Sports — Collin Sexton Wants To Replicate Two Players For Lakers Role
"Earlier this month, the Los Angeles Lakers signed Collin Sexton.The former Alabama star is coming off a year where he spent time with the Charlotte Hornets and Chicago Bulls.He had averages of 15.4 points, 2.3 rebounds and 3.3 assists per contest while shooting 48.5% from the field and 40.1% from three-point range in 68 games.ESPN’s […] The post New Los Angeles Lakers Guard Collin Sexton Sends Out Bold Post appeared first on HEAVY.
"The Los Angeles Lakers surprised many fans by signing Collin Sexton to a contract as one of the biggest offseason moves. Outside of Walker Kessler and Quentin Grimes, Sexton was the top name acquired by the Lakers. Fans and media have questioned whether it made sense to pay another guard when the team lacks wing […] The post Collin Sexton Wants To Replicate Two Players For Lakers Role appeared first on HEAVY.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 24, 2026, 5:22 AMNew Los Angeles Lakers Guard Collin Sexton Sends Out Bold Post
Earlier this month, the Los Angeles Lakers signed Collin Sexton.The former Alabama star is coming off a year where he spent time with the Charlotte Hornets and Chicago Bulls.He had averages of 15.4 points, 2.3 rebounds and 3.3 assists per contest while shooting 48.5% from the field and 40.1% from three-point range in 68 games.ESPN’s […] The post New Los Angeles Lakers Guard Collin Sexton Sends Out Bold Post appeared first on HEAVY.
- Yahoo SportsJul 24, 2026, 2:24 AMCollin Sexton Wants To Replicate Two Players For Lakers Role
The Los Angeles Lakers surprised many fans by signing Collin Sexton to a contract as one of the biggest offseason moves. Outside of Walker Kessler and Quentin Grimes, Sexton was the top name acquired by the Lakers. Fans and media have questioned whether it made sense to pay another guard when the team lacks wing […] The post Collin Sexton Wants To Replicate Two Players For Lakers Role appeared first on HEAVY.
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