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Lakers fans advocate for signing Hunter Dickinson after Pelicans waive him

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 10:52 AM

Last updated Aug 20, 2026

Lakers fans advocate for signing Hunter Dickinson after Pelicans waive him

Summary

The Los Angeles Lakers are facing fan calls to sign Hunter Dickinson, a recently waived 7-foot-1 center. The Pelicans released Dickinson following an impressive G League season, where he averaged 17.5 points and 11.0 rebounds per game. Currently, the Lakers have all three of their two-way roster spots filled, complicating any potential move. Despite the interest, it remains uncertain if Los Angeles will make a change before the regular season to accommodate Dickinson, as other teams may also seek to sign him.

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By the Numbers

•Lakers urged to acquire Hunter Dickinson after his release from Pelicans.
•Dickinson averaged 17.5 points and 11.0 rebounds in the G League.
•Current Lakers roster has three two-way spots occupied.
•Fans vocal on social media for Lakers to pursue signing Dickinson.
•Other NBA teams may also be interested in Dickinson.

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Lakers fans are urging the team to make a two-way roster change to land recently waived 7-foot-1 center Hunter Dickinson. The post Lakers Urged to Make Ruthless Move to Land 7-Foot-1 Stretch Big appeared first on HEAVY.
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