Talen Horton-Tucker’s sophomore year in the NBA began with a breakout preseason that quickly made him a fan favorite, continued with him becoming a piece of the rotation for the defending champions, and is culminating with a payday and a return to the Lakers this summer.
But now, Horton-Tucker and the Lakers have agreed to a deal that will see him avoid restricted free agency and remain in purple and gold for years to come.
Restricted free agent Talen Horton-Tucker has agreed to a three-year, $32M deal to stay with the Los Angeles Lakers, his agents @KlutchSports CEO Rich Paul and Lucas Newton tell ESPN.