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The Los Angeles Lakers secured their second consecutive summer league win with a 93-75 victory over the Charlotte Hornets, led by Colin Castleton's 21-point, 14-rebound double-double. Contributions from multiple players, including Jalen Hood-Schifino and Max Christie, helped seal the win. The Lakers will face the Boston Celtics in their next game.
The Los Angeles Lakers' young core showed promise in their summer league opener, with Max Christie impressing with his improved ballhandling and overall maturity, while Jalen Hood-Schifino displayed aggressiveness and playmaking skills but struggled defensively. Colin Castleton showcased his high basketball IQ and passing ability, while Maxwell Lewis demonstrated his pump-and-drive game. The Lakers are optimistic about the long-term potential of their young players and will continue to monitor their development throughout the summer league.
Colin Castleton, a former Florida Gator, signed a two-way deal with the Los Angeles Lakers after going undrafted in the NBA Draft. Castleton chose the Lakers due to their need for centers and the opportunity to compete for a championship. Former Gator Alex Fudge also signed an "Exhibit 10" deal with the Lakers. Keyontae Johnson was selected by the Oklahoma City Thunder and Tyree Appleby is expected to sign with a team soon. The Florida Gators have not had a player selected in the NBA Draft in 9 out of the last 10 years.
The Los Angeles Lakers have reportedly signed Florida center Colin Castleton to a two-way contract as an undrafted free agent. Castleton is a 6’11”, 230-pound big man who played five college seasons, starting at Michigan for two years before finishing at Florida for his last three. He provides a tremendous paint presence on both ends of the floor, although he does not shoot at all. The Lakers also reportedly added Missouri guard D’Moi Hodge to a two-way contract as an undrafted free agent.
The Brooklyn Nets are reportedly "especially high" on Alabama's Noah Clowney and may even move up to get him at No. 21 in the NBA draft. The team is also considering Arkansas' Nick Smith at No. 22 and Florida's Colin Castleton at No. 51. The Nets are said to be "extremely active" in trade conversations and have the option of using their first-round picks and players to move around in the draft.