The Los Angeles Lakers have officially signed Nick Smith Jr. to a two-way contract following his waiving by the Charlotte Hornets. When Smith joins the Lakers in the upcoming season, he's going to bring a combination of youth and shot-making ability that no other player on the roster in Los Angeles does.
The first fun fact we have to start with is that Smith originally chose the number eight while playing with the Hornets in honor of Kobe Bryant. That alone should make Lakers fans love him right from the jump. But then when we get to the on-court fit, there's quite a bit to be excited about as well.