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Lakers sign Lawson Lovering to two-way deal amid depth issues

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 28, 2026, 10:21 PM

Last updated Oct 28, 2026

Lakers sign Lawson Lovering to two-way deal amid depth issues

Summary

The Los Angeles Lakers signed center Lawson Lovering to a two-way deal on October 28, addressing concerns about their frontcourt depth behind Walker Kessler. Lovering, a 7-foot center, previously played for the Memphis Grizzlies, averaging 7.0 points and 7.5 rebounds in limited NBA action last season. The Lakers currently rank last in the league in total rebounds and have struggled with over-reliance on Kessler, who is averaging 31.5 minutes per game. Lovering's size may help alleviate some of these issues, although it is unclear if he will participate in the upcoming game against the Los Angeles Clippers.

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•Lovering signed as a two-way player with the Lakers
•He averaged 8.9 points and 7.8 rebounds in G League
•Lakers rank last in the NBA for total rebounds
•Kessler's heavy minutes raise injury concerns
•Lovering may play against Golden State if deemed fit

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10:21 PMYahoo Sports — Lakers Sign Center to 2-Way Deal Amid Depth Concerns

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The Los Angeles Lakers signed center Lawson Lovering to a two-way deal as their problems with depth behind Walker Kessler reveal themselves. The post Lakers Sign Center to 2-Way Deal Amid Depth Concerns appeared first on LA Sports Report.
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