Lakers News: Ed Davis ‘Would Love To Be’ In Los Angeles Long-Term


Please enable Javascript to watch this video

The Los Angeles Lakers introduced one of their newest acquisitions today in young big man Ed Davis. While it is less heralded than other Lakers moves, it could wind up being just as influential.

Lakers Nation Store Is Back! Check Out The Latest Gear!

Davis has struggled to find a home in his short career, but as he said during his press conference, via the LA Daily News’ Mark Medina, he would love to be in LA for a long time:

Davis spent the last couple of seasons in Memphis behind the best big-man tandem in the NBA in Zach Randolph and Marc Gasol. Minutes were difficult to come by with the Grizzlies, but Davis was able to produce in spurts.

His per-36 numbers of around 13 points, 10 rebounds, and two blocks are impressive, and show that he could be a rim protector, something the Lakers lack right now. His time in Memphis also gave him a defensive mindset, something the team lacked last season.

The Lakers of course have a glut of big men on the roster, but according to our own reporter Serena Winters, Davis believes he can play both positions:

Once the Lakers hire a coach, players and fans can begin to get an idea of how the rotation may shake out. If Davis can show he can play center and bring a defensive presence no one else has, he very well could be a Laker for a long time.
_________________________________________________________________
Lakers Signing Ed Davis To Two-Year Deal


Please enable Javascript to watch this video

You May Also Like

Lance Stephenson Accuses Rockets Of Attempting To ‘Provoke’ Lakers, Pick On Brandon Ingram

With the Los Angeles Lakers home opener against the Houston Rockets coming down to the wire, Brandon Ingram was called…

Lakers News: Nick Young Sprains Ankle In Practice, Status Uncertain

The Los Angeles Lakers haven’t even got their preseason underway and the…

Lakers News: Frank Vogel Preparing For NBA To Prevent Fans From Attending Games Due To Coronavirus

As the world continues to manage and cope with the coronavirus outbreak, various professional sports leagues began…

On The Eve Of Training Camp, An Open Letter To Kobe Bryant

With training camp still a few days away, we can finally allow…