Shake Milton's non-guaranteed salary for 2025-26 is quickly approaching its decision date on July 20. The Los Angeles Lakers have reportedly already made their choice in what to do with that roster spot after potentially cutting ties with the veteran guard.
The Athletic wrote, "The Lakers have additional roster work to do. The team can create a roster spot by waiving guard Shake Milton, and team sources have said that improving the team’s point of attack defense is a priority."
The decision to part ways with Milton would be unsurprising. As soon as the Lakers brought back Jaxson Hayes, rosters spots for 2025-26 were filling up quickly.