The Los Angeles Lakers like to have Stanley Johnson around, but they’re not quite ready to fully commit.
Johnson is expected sign a third 10-day contract with the Lakers on Monday, according to Shams Charania of The Athletic and Stadium.
This is the last 10-day deal the Lakers can extend to Johnson before having to sign him through the end of the season.
Johnson has averaged 5.4 points, 2.3 rebounds and 1.1 assists in 20 minutes per game over nine games with Los Angeles. Johnson’s biggest contribution with the Lakers has come on defense, an area where Los Angeles has mightily struggled this season.