It appeared that Marcelo Huertas‘ time with the Los Angeles Lakers had come to an end. Earlier this summer, the Lakers executed a trade with the Chicago Bulls that landed veteran guard Jose Calderon, who would presumably act as the backup to point guard D’Angelo Russell. With Jordan Clarkson also capable of handling duties at point guard, it seemed as though the Lakers were set at the position.
However, the Lakers liked what they saw from Huertas last season, and opted to bring him back on a two-year deal worth just over $3 million, with the second year non-guaranteed.