Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic played a role in former teammate Nick Smith Jr. signing a contract with the Real Madrid basketball team. The post NBA Superstar Luka Doncic Helped Lakers Teammate Join New Team appeared first on HEAVY.

The Los Angeles Lakers will not be bringing back guard Nick Smith, who has officially landed a new gig. The post Lakers’ 22-Year-Old Guard Officially Lands With New Team appeared first on HEAVY.

NSJ's NBA days are over, at least for now

The Los Angeles Lakers made the decision to not bring this former first round pick back. The same game will be starting a new chapter in his professional career.

The Los Angeles Lakers made countless decisions this offseason as the team almost entirely revamped its roster around superstar point guard Luka Doncic. One of the moves the Lakers made was turning down guard Nick Smith Jr.’s $2.5 million team-option for the 2026-27 season, sending the 22-year-old into unrestricted free agency. On Saturday, NBA insider Michael Scotto […] The post Lakers Bronny James Gives Real 6-Word Reaction to Latest Free Agent Signing appeared first on HEAVY.

Bronny James had a quick message for a former Los Angeles Lakers teammate after Nick Smith Jr. found his next stop overseas. Smith has agreed to a one-year deal with Real Madrid after the Lakers declined his $2.5 million team option in June. Smith’s NBA path took another turn at just 22. Real Madrid gives [...]

Before Luka Dončić became one of the NBA’s brightest stars, he was a teenager learning the game inside Real Madrid’s basketball system. By the time he left Spain, he had won the EuroLeague MVP and championship at just 19 years old.

Former Lakers guard Nick Smith Jr. has agreed to a one-year deal to become Real Madrid’s lead point guard.

Despite LeBron James joining the Philadelphia 76ers, Bronny James remains a part of the Los Angeles Lakers. James Jr.