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Lakers' Sandro Mamukelashvili: Solid performance off bench
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Mamukelashvili tallied 19 points (7-10 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds, four assists, one steal and one block across 21 minutes in Thursday's 114-110 preseason win over the Kings.
Mamukelashvili gave the Lakers a lift off the bench, scoring 11 points in the first half and hitting two late threes in the third quarter to restore a double-digit lead. While he's pushing for one of the open starting spots alongside Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves, and Walker Kessler, he'll likely run with the second unit once the season gets underway.
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Lakers' Sandro Mamukelashvili: Retreating to bench
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Mamukelsahvili isn't starting Thursday's preseason game against the Kings, Daniel Starkand of LakersNation.com reports.
Mamukelashvili drew the start in Tuesday's exhibition against Golden State, and he made the most of his opportunity by finishing with 15 points in 18 minutes. However, the big man will head back to a bench role Thursday as Kevon Looney gets a chance to start at center.
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Lakers' Sandro Mamukelashvili: Scores 15 points with three triples
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Mamukelashvili produced 15 points (6-10 FG, 3-4 3Pt), two rebounds, two assists and one block over 18 minutes in Tuesday's 124-98 preseason loss to the Warriors.
Luka Doncic (rest) and Austin Reaves (ankle) were inactive for Tuesday's exhibition, so Mamukelashvili got all the shots he wanted on offense. It'll be interesting to see how he fits in the rotation in Los Angeles, but if he's able to secure a 25-plus-minute role, he could have some value as a three-point specialist.
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Lakers' Sandro Mamukelashvili: Starting Tuesday
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Mamukelashvili will start in Tuesday's preseason game against the Warriors, Jovan Buha of The Athletic reports.
The Lakers have seven players inactive for Tuesday's exhibition, so Mamukelashvili could see reasonable minutes. Joining him in the first unit will be Bronny James, Quentin Grimes, Jake LaRavia and Adou Thiero.
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Lakers' Sandro Mamukelashvili: Fares well off bench
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Mamukelashvili finished with eight points (3-8 FG, 2-4 3Pt), five assists, one rebound and two steals in 19 minutes during Monday's 127-103 preseason win over Sacramento.
Mamukelashvili showed off his versatility in his Lakers debut, with his five assists ranking second on the team. The 27-year-old is coming off a career-best 2025-26 regular season with Toronto and should have a consistent role in Los Angeles' frontcourt after signing a four-year deal during the offseason.
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Lakers' Sandro Mamukelashvili: Outside chance to start
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Mamukelashvili is among the options for the Lakers' final starting spot, though Jovan Buha of Buha's Block has reservations about his defensive fit.
Buha questioned whether a lineup featuring Luka Doncic, Mamukelashvili and Walker Kessler would have sufficient quickness and athleticism defensively. Mamukelashvili should nevertheless get an opportunity to compete for the job during camp and the preseason, though Jake LaRavia and Ziaire Williams appear to be the more likely candidates entering the competition.
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Lakers' Sandro Mamukelashvili: Another strong FIBA showing
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Mamukelashvili registered 22 points (6-18 FG, 3-9 3Pt, 7-7 FT), six rebounds, four assists and two steals in 37 minutes during Georgia's 98-90 win over Portugal in Monday's FIBA World Cup qualifier.
Mamukelashvili tied for the team lead in boards Monday. The Lakers have a massive void to fill in their starting lineup following the departure of LeBron James, but Mamukelashvili may have to settle for a reserve role behind Jake LaRavia to begin the year. Mamukelashvili averaged a career-high 11.2 points, 4.9 rebounds and 1.9 assists per game during the 2025-26 regular season for Toronto.
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Lakers' Sandro Mamukelashvili: Strong line for Georgia
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Mamukelashvili recorded 17 points (6-13 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 3-5 FT), seven rebounds, six assists and two steals in 36 minutes during Georgia's 101-74 win over Montenegro in Friday's FIBA World Cup qualifier.
Mamukelashvili delivered an impressive all-around performance without committing a turnover, continuing a productive offseason ahead of his first campaign with the Lakers. The 27-year-old is coming off the best season of his career, averaging 11.2 points, 4.9 rebounds and 1.9 assists during the regular season for Toronto before signing with Los Angeles in July. Walker Kessler is projected to handle most of the minutes at center, but Mamukelashvili's shooting and playmaking offer a different skill set and could earn him minutes at both frontcourt spots.
Mamukelashvili signed a four-year, $52 million deal with the Lakers on Wednesday, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.
The Lakers make another huge splash after just acquiring Walker Kessler. Mamukelashvili likely had a considerable market after a career-best season in Toronto. Across 80 regular-season games, Mamukelashvili averaged 11.2 points, 4.9 rebounds and 1.9 assists in 21.9 minutes per game. In Los Angeles, he's poised for a consistent role in a frontcourt that lost LeBron James and Rui Hachimura this offseason.
Mamukelashvili declined his $2.8 million player option for 2026-27, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.
This was a widely expected transaction, with Mamukelashvili putting together a career season in 2025-26. Across 80 regular-season contests, he produced averages of 11.2 points, 4.9 rebounds and 1.9 assists on 52.3 percent shooting from the field. He's expected to have a strong market heading into free agency.
Raptors' Sandro Mamukelashvili: Diminished role in Game 7
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Mamukelashvili closed Sunday's 114-102 loss to the Cavaliers in Game 7 of the first round of the Eastern Conference playoffs with six points (3-6 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 0-1 FT) in nine minutes.
While his minutes began to dip during the playoffs, Mamukelashvili was a pretty big part of Toronto's rotation earlier this year. Over 80 regular-season appearances (13 starts), the fifth-year big man averaged 11.2 points, 4.9 rebounds and 1.9 assists in 21.9 minutes per game. Mamukelashvili has a player option for 2026-27, and it remains to be seen if he'll settle for that or opt to explore free agency.
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Raptors' Sandro Mamukelashvili: Double-doubles off bench
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Mamukelashvili chipped in 12 points (5-8 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 1-2 FT), 10 rebounds, two assists and one steal over 21 minutes during Monday's 115-105 loss to the Cavaliers in Game 2 of the first round of the Eastern Conference playoffs.
With Jakob Poeltl being ineffective once again, the Raptors leaned heavily on Mamukelashvili and Collin Murray-Boyles off the bench. With the team starting a 2-0 deficit, lineup/rotation changes could be on the table for Toronto.
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Raptors' Sandro Mamukelashvili: Records eight rebounds Saturday
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Mamukelashvili ended with three points (1-3 FG, 1-2 3Pt), eight rebounds, two assists and one steal in 20 minutes during Saturday's 126-113 loss to the Cavaliers in Game 1 of the first round of the Eastern Conference playoffs.
Mamukelashvili was quiet on the scoring end in this contest, although he at least made up for it by falling just two rebounds shy of the double-digit mark. With Jakob Poeltl likely to remain at about 20 minutes of playing time in Game 2 on Monday, Mamukelashvili should continue to see a solid role on the second unit.
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Raptors' Sandro Mamukelashvili: Expanded role in Friday's loss
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Mamukelashvili chipped in 17 points (5-9 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 4-6 FT), eight rebounds, three assists and one steal in 25 minutes during Friday's 112-95 loss to the Knicks.
Mamukelashvili operated as the Raptors' top big man off the bench behind starting center Jakob Poeltl due to the absence of Collin Murray-Boyles (neck). Mamukelashvili took advantage of the expanded role and ended up finishing as the Raptors' leading scorer. He will likely see a decrease in minutes in Sunday's regular-season finale against the Nets, assuming Murray-Boyles is cleared to return.
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Raptors' Sandro Mamukelashvili: Available Tuesday
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Mamukelashvili (knee) has been upgraded to available for Tuesday's game against the Heat.
Mamukelashvili is good to go Tuesday, which effectively puts the Raptors at full strength. The big man is worth streaming in most fantasy leagues, as Mamukelashvili has averaged 14.7 points, 6.3 rebounds, 1.9 assists and 2.3 three-pointers in 22.6 minutes per contest over his last seven games.
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