Los Angeles Lakers consider signing former first-round pick Cam Whitmore
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 8, 2026, 4:11 PM
Last updated Sep 8, 2026
The Los Angeles Lakers are potential suitors for former first-round draft pick Cam Whitmore, who recently entered free agency. The Washington Wizards traded Whitmore to the Cleveland Cavaliers, who subsequently waived the forward. Through three professional seasons with the Rockets and the Wizards, Whitmore has averaged 10.5 points per game while shooting 45 percent from the field. Analysts suggest the Lakers may utilize a roster spot or a two-way contract to sign the young wing. If signed, Whitmore would join a bench rotation competing for minutes alongside players like Dalton Knecht, Ziaire Williams, and Thiero. The Lakers are currently evaluating their roster composition as they prepare for the upcoming NBA season.
- •Cam Whitmore was waived by the Cleveland Cavaliers following a trade from the Washington Wizards.
- •The 2023 first-round draft pick has career averages of 10.5 points over three seasons.
- •Whitmore remains eligible to sign a two-way contract with an NBA team.
- •The Lakers would need to clear a roster spot to sign Whitmore to a standard deal.
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"The Los Angeles Lakers are expected to make some moves to the roster before the season officially begins. A move for a former first-rounder just looking for a chance could be made.
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