Lakers sign AK Okereke to two-way deal as undrafted free agent
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 25, 2026, 2:47 AM
Last updated Jun 25, 2026
The Los Angeles Lakers have signed AK Okereke, a forward from Vanderbilt University, to a two-way NBA contract. This move follows the conclusion of the 2026 NBA Draft, where the Lakers made several strategic picks. Okereke, who averaged 9.6 points with 48.1% shooting and 40% from three-point range last season, previously transferred to Vanderbilt after three years at Cornell. He played a key role in helping Vanderbilt reach the Round of 32 in the NCAA Tournament for the first time since 2012.
- •Lakers sign AK Okereke, undrafted forward from Vanderbilt.
- •Okereke averaged 9.6 points last season for the Commodores.
- •He previously transferred to Vanderbilt after three years at Cornell.
- •Lakers made several strategic moves during the 2026 NBA Draft.
- 2:47 AMYahoo Sports — Lakers sign AK Okereke as undrafted free agent
"The Lakers have reportedly agreed to a contract with AK Okereke, an undrafted free agent.
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