The Lakers have reportedly waived guards Shake Milton and Jordan Goodwin in order to be able to sign Marcus Smart once Smart clears waivers.

Over the weekend, the Los Angeles Lakers landed a major two-year, $11 million deal with two-way guard Marcus Smart, who reached a buyout with the Washington

In a move first reported by ESPN's Shams Charania on Sunday, Los Angeles waived the guard in an effort to clear financial space to add Marcus Smart. Milton's $3 million contract for the 2025-26 campaign was set to become fully guaranteed on Sunday had the Purple and Gold not moved on from him.

The Los Angeles Lakers continue to tink with their roster, as they try to build a contender around Luka Doncic.

The Los Angeles Lakers announced Saturday that they have requested waivers on guard Shake Milton, ending his brief tenure with the team after 30 appearances during the 2024–25 season.

The Los Angeles Lakers are reportedly planning to waive Shake Milton to create roster space for Marcus Smart, who is expected to sign a two-year deal.

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.