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Lakers poised to sign Sandro Mamukelashvili and Quentin Grimes

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 1, 2026, 1:45 AM

Last updated Jul 1, 2026

Lakers poised to sign Sandro Mamukelashvili and Quentin Grimes

Summary

The Los Angeles Lakers are expected to finalize free agent signings for Toronto Raptors big man Sandro Mamukelashvili and Philadelphia 76ers guard Quentin Grimes. Both players are anticipated to fill crucial needs for the Lakers, especially in perimeter shooting and defense, as the Lakers work to build around players like Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves. With over $50 million in cap space, the Lakers are also pursuing Utah Jazz restricted free agent Walker Kessler. If the signings go through, it could signal the departure of players like Rui Hachimura and Marcus Smart from Los Angeles' roster.

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By the Numbers

•Lakers are expected to sign Sandro Mamukelashvili and Quentin Grimes.
•Mamukelashvili averaged 11.2 points per game with the Raptors.
•Grimes provides strong perimeter defense for the backcourt.
•Lakers pursuing Utah restricted free agent Walker Kessler.
•Signings may lead to the exits of Hachimura and Smart.

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1:45 AMYahoo Sports — Lakers expected to sign Raptors 3-point specialist and 76ers guard in NBA free agency

What they're saying

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The Los Angeles Lakers are expected to make a pair of free agent signings in Toronto Raptors big man Sandro Mamukelashvili and Philadelphia 76ers guard Quentin Grimes.
— Yahoo Sports

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