Report: Lakers Sign Young 6’11” Center After Grabbing 1st Seed in West

The Los Angeles Lakers have signed 6-foot-11 center Carson Cooper to a two-way contract, according to a report by NBC Sports' Raphielle Johnson. The undrafted rookie began the season on a two-way deal with the Memphis Grizzlies, where he appeared in one game, before making the move to Los Angeles. To open a roster spot for Cooper, the Lakers waived Lawson Lovering.

Cooper will split time with the NBA club and its G-League affiliate, the South Bay Lakers. Under head coach JJ Redick, Cooper could compete for frontcourt depth minutes behind starter Walker Kessler and veteran Kevon Looney. The Michigan State product averaged 11.1 points and 7.1 rebounds per game during his final collegiate season.