The Lakers are close to getting the backup center they desperately need after Tyson Chandler secured a buyout from the Phoenix Suns on Saturday. Chandler plans to sign a deal with Los Angeles after he clears waivers, according to sources who were not authorized to speak publicly on the matter.
At 7-foot-1, Chandler would give the Lakers a savvy veteran with size who can rebound and play solid defense behind starting center JaVale McGee.
Chandler, who attended Dominquez High in Compton, wanted to “go in the direction” of joining the Lakers after he and the Suns agreed to a buyout of the $13.