Christian Wood Signs Deal With Lakers

Christian Wood Signs Deal With Lakers

It has been confirmed by multiple outlets that Christian Wood has signed a multi-year deal with the Los Angeles Lakers.

Per Wood himself, the Lakers have been a team he’s always wanted to play for. He is now getting the chance to prove himself once more and repping L.A. in the process.

Per Woj of ESPN, the 27-year-old has signed a two-year, $5.7 million deal. This deal does include a player option.

One of the main reasons why Los Angeles signed him was due to his ability to play at the center position to help ease Anthony Davis’s workload. Also, he is a great stretch big that can help the front court tremendously.

Lakers Still Wanting To Sign Christian Wood

Lakers Still Wanting To Sign Christian Wood

The Los Angeles Lakers aren’t done making big moves yet as they still have their eyes set on signing Mavericks’ player Christian Wood.

Anthony Davis got a huge contract, that helps them on both ends of the court. Los Angeles wants Wood so that their offense can get an even bigger push. Plus, they aren’t as concerned about his defensive liabilities due to his offensive capabilities.

The Lakers have two open roster spots and would like to fill their 14th spot ahead of training camp. Names such as Bismack Biyombo and Wood have been popping up since the beginning of summer.

As a side note, Wood would have to accept the veteran’s minimum. Why? Because that is the only thing Los Angeles can offer players at this point.

As an additional side note and reminder, the Dallas Mavericks have no intentions of keeping Wood. They’ve expressed to him that their relationship is over with Dallas looking to move on from the big man.

Despite being a bench player, Wood averaged 16.6 points, 7.3 rebounds and 1.1 blocks. He averaged 26.0 minutes per game.

Mavericks Have Not Ruled Out Sign-And-Trade Involving Christian Wood

Mavericks Have Not Ruled Out Sign-And-Trade Involving Christian Wood

The Dallas Mavericks are still holding onto the possibility of getting something back for Christian Wood.

Per Marc Stein, Christian Wood could still be put into a sign-and-trade by Dallas. Even though Wood is an unrestricted free agent, he could opt into a trade that would be the most ideal for himself.