The Lakers made an interesting and unexpected move in the off-season when they signed Marcelo Huertas. A player who had excelled for years overseas, Huertas had never played in the NBA. The signing was interesting particularly because Huertas is 32 years old and, therefore, didn’t make much sense for a rebuilding team looking to create a long-term core.
Despite this, Huertas quickly endeared himself to fans, playing exceptionally well in the preseason. His flashy passes and efficient mid-range game were reminiscent of Steve Nash, who Laker fans never got to truly enjoy.
However, Huertas has seen his minutes steadily decline since the season began , even missing games entirely.