Sandro Mamukelashvili Excited to Join Lakers After Childhood Fandom

After breaking out as a key reserve for the Toronto Raptors averaging 11.2 points, 4.9 rebounds, and 1.9 assists while shooting 38.9 percent from deep, Sandro Mamukelashvili signed a four-year, $52 million deal with the Los Angeles Lakers. Growing up in Eastern Europe, he was a massive fan of Kobe Bryant, whose Mamba Mentality heavily influenced his work ethic. His floor-spacing and versatility are expected to complement Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves in Los Angeles.