Marcus Smart is officially a Laker
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The Los Angeles Lakers' fanbase understood the move, in concept. On Sunday night, the Lakers waived guard Jordan Goodwin, who had been a fan favorite. The decision had to be made to clear salary space for Marcus Smart, who is expected to be signed once he clears waivers following his buyout from the Wizards.
Goodwin played 14 games for South Bay, the Lakers' G-League affiliate, before earning a call-up on a two-way. He eventually was converted into a standard NBA contract, and averaged 5.6 points, 3.9 ...
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Yardbarker on MSNLakers lost part of team's 'banshee' identity in roster moveLast season, Los Angeles Lakers coach JJ Redick wanted his players to play like "banshees" on defense. Now, they've released one of the most aggressive banshees from last season.
The Lakers were forced to waive Jordan Goodwin to create room to sign Marcus Smart. Now, the Knicks could nab Goodwin, a defensive ace.
With Marcus Smart expected to join the Lakers after his buyout agreement is completed with the Wizards and he clears waivers, keep an eye on Shake Milton ($3 million non-guaranteed salary) and Jordan Goodwin (Only $25K of his $2.
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