Los Angeles Lakers signs a deal with Kobe Bufkin

08/02/202609:53

The Los Angeles Lakers are signing guard Kobe Bufkin to a two-year contract, sources tell ESPN

The Los Angeles Lakers are signing guard Kobe Bufkin to a two-year contract, sources tell ESPN. The deal includes a team option for the 2026-27 season. After a standout performance with the South Bay Lakers in the G League, Bufkin rejoins the main roster for his third NBA season, filling the team’s 15th and final roster spot.

The Los Angeles Lakers are signing guard Kobe Bufkin to a two-year deal, with a team option for the 2026-27 season, sources tell ESPN. Bufkin has starred for L.A.’s South Bay affiliate and now rejoins the Lakers in his third NBA season to fill their 15th roster spot. pic.twitter.com/Z1m3M4KvTM

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