Lakers expected to sign Sandro Mamukelashvili to bolster frontcourt
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 30, 2026, 11:42 PM
Last updated Jun 30, 2026
The Los Angeles Lakers are anticipated to fill the void left by LeBron James with the signing of free agent big man Sandro Mamukelashvili. Following James' departure to free agency, Mamukelashvili, who declined a $2.8 million player option with the Toronto Raptors, is viewed as a key addition. He averaged 11.2 points and 4.9 rebounds per game last season and is expected to command multiple offers above $10 million annually. Various sources indicate that the Lakers have emerged as a significant contender for his services.
- •LeBron James has departed the Lakers in free agency.
- •Sandro Mamukelashvili is expected to be signed soon.
- •Mamukelashvili averaged 11.2 points and 4.9 rebounds last season.
- •He declined a $2.8 million option with the Raptors.
- •Lakers are considered a notable suitor for Mamukelashvili.
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"After the Los Angeles Lakers lost LeBron James to NBA free agency on Tuesday, the franchise is expected to soon sign a free agent big man.
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