Lakers sign Kevon Looney to one-year, veteran’s minimum deal

Lakers sign Kevon Looney to one-year, veteran’s minimum deal

NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - APRIL 07: Kevon Looney #55 of the New Orleans Pelicans reacts during the second half of a game against the Utah Jazz at Smoothie King Center on April 07, 2026 in New Orleans, Louisiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using th

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Lakers have found their backup center.

After trading away Deandre Ayton to the Wizards, LA has filled his spot in the rotation by agreeing to a one-year, $3.9 million deal with Kevon Looney.

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