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Lakers Cut Ties With Recently Acquired 6-Foot-11 Center in Surprise Move

Lakers Cut Ties With Recently Acquired 6-Foot-11 Center in Surprise Move
World Sports · 22:39:10 - Friday, 6 November 2026

The Los Angeles Lakers have parted ways with a recently acquired 6-foot-11 center in a surprise roster move, according to reports on Thursday.

The decision comes as the team continues to shape its roster under head coach JJ Redick, who was photographed during a game against the Houston Rockets in March 2026.

No further details about the center's identity or the reasons for the release were immediately available.

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