The Lakers have formally signed undrafted Gonzaga guard Zach Norvell Jr. to a two-way contract, the team announced today in a press release. Shams Charania of The Athletic reported shortly after the draft that the team would use one of its two-way slots on Norvell.
Norvell was a player viewed by many draft experts as a strong candidate to be selected last month after he left the Zags following his sophomore season. He ranked 15th on ESPN’s list of prospects who went undrafted.
The shooting guard was a top perimeter threat for the Zags in 2018/19, averaging 14.9 PPG and shooting 37.0% from outside the three-point line (2.6 makes per game).
The Lakers also have a two-way qualifying offer out to Johnathan Williams, who had a two-way deal with the club last season.
Will lessen the hurt of losing out on Kawhi for Laker fans
Can you show me on the doll where the lakers hurt you?
That’s really a good comeback. Kudos
Thats the missing piece that will get them to the playoffs!
Crazy me and here I thought it was when they acquired superstar Anthony Davis
No Kawhi I guess.
Two way deal does not affect the salary cap. Funny though you’re looking for reasons to think it won’t happen LOL
Hook, line, and sinker.