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Lakers show interest in Sandro Mamukelashvili ahead of free agency

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 30, 2026, 7:20 AM

Last updated Jun 30, 2026

Lakers show interest in Sandro Mamukelashvili ahead of free agency

Summary

The Los Angeles Lakers are reportedly a notable suitor for Sandro Mamukelashvili as they enter NBA free agency. The team is seeking improvements in shooting and frontcourt play, especially to complement star Luka Dončić. Mamukelashvili, who played for the Toronto Raptors, averaged 11.2 points and displayed valuable versatility. His decline of a player option indicates his aim for a higher contract this summer, with the potential for multiple offers exceeding $10 million annually. The Lakers will face competition, including interest from Mamukelashvili's former team, the San Antonio Spurs.

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•Lakers need shooting upgrades after a 53-win season
•Mamukelashvili averaged 11.2 points last season
•Declined $2.8 million player option for free agency
•Competing offers expected, including from the Spurs
•Lakers seek to optimize roster around Dončić

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7:20 AMYahoo Sports — Lakers Rumors: Los Angeles Emerges As ’Notable Suitor’ for 11.2-PPG Stretch 5 Who Addresses Glaring Needs

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The Los Angeles Lakers enter NBA free agency in clear need of shooting and frontcourt upgrades around superstar guard Luka Dončić. According to league insiders Marc Stein and Jake Fischer, LA has “emerged as a notable suitor” for an under-the-radar big man who could check both boxes.
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Yahoo SportsJun 30, 2026, 7:20 AM
Lakers Rumors: Los Angeles Emerges As ’Notable Suitor’ for 11.2-PPG Stretch 5 Who Addresses Glaring Needs
The Los Angeles Lakers enter NBA free agency in clear need of shooting and frontcourt upgrades around superstar guard Luka Dončić. According to league insiders Marc Stein and Jake Fischer, LA has “emerged as a notable suitor” for an under-the-radar big man who could check both boxes.

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