Lakers target Mamukelashvili and Grimes to support Luka Dončić
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 1, 2026, 4:53 AM
Last updated Jul 1, 2026
The Los Angeles Lakers are reportedly looking to sign Sandro Mamukelashvili and Quentin Grimes to bolster their roster around Luka Dončić. After LeBron James opted not to return to the team, the Lakers’ president Rob Pelinka is prioritizing backcourt depth and frontcourt reinforcement. Mamukelashvili averaged 11.2 points with Toronto, while Grimes struggled but has a career shooting percentage of 36.6%. Both players would fill gaps left by departing free agents. The Lakers aim to finalize deals as they enter a new chapter with Dončić as the franchise's centerpiece.
- •Lakers seek to enhance supporting cast for Luka Dončić this summer.
- •Rob Pelinka focuses on filling gaps in the lineup post-James.
- •Mamukelashvili averaged 11.2 points for Toronto last season.
- •Grimes is a versatile scorer averaging 13.4 points with Philadelphia.
- •Both players are viewed as key targets for the Lakers in free agency.
- 4:53 AMYahoo Sports — Lakers Rumors: ’Anticipation Growing’ That Los Angeles Will Sign 2 Key Players Who Perfectly Complement Luka Dončić
"Rob Pelinka, the Los Angeles Lakers’ president of basketball operations, vowed to build a championship-contending roster around Luka Dončić heading into the offseason. Following LeBron James’ decision not to return to LA, Pelinka can now solely focus on his task of revamping Dončić’s supporting cast.
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