The Los Angeles Lakers announced they have officially waived wing Alfonzo McKinnie. Last season, McKinnie appeared in 39 games for the Lakers, averaging 3.1 points and 1.4 rebounds while shooting 51.6% from the field and 41% from 3-point range.
McKinnie, who was acquired last offseason in a deal that sent JaVale McGee to the Cleveland Cavaliers, was on a non-guaranteed contract. As such, his release will have no financial impact on the Lakers and he will immediately become an unrestricted free agent.
For much of the season, McKinnie’s minutes with the Lakers were limited, but due to injuries he had multiple opportunities to make an impact and he took advantage more often than not.