Lakers secure Jarred Vanderbilt with lucrative 4-year extension

The Los Angeles Lakers have agreed to a four-year, $48 million contract extension with forward Jarred Vanderbilt, including a player option for the fourth season. Vanderbilt, who was acquired by the Lakers last season, played a crucial role in the team's late-season push and was often tasked with guarding the opposing team's top offensive threats. He joins four other Lakers players who have received multiyear extensions this offseason.