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Christian Wood (finally) signs with Lakers

One of the final dominos of NBA free agency has finally fallen. After a deliberation that lasted weeks longer than it probably had any business doing, Christian Wood will sign with the Lakers, according to Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN.

Woj reports the deal is for two years, with the second year as a player option.

Free agent F/C Christian Wood has agreed on a two-year deal with the Los Angeles Lakers, sources tell ESPN. Deal includes a player option.

— Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) September 6, 2023

Bobby Marks of ESPN had the full salary breakdown:

23-24: $2,709,849

24-25: $3,036,040 (P)

Wood can reestablish himself with a strong Laker team and enter free agency once again next offseason.