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Lakers Prospect Gets Surprise NBA Call-Up From Another Team

Lakers Prospect Gets Surprise NBA Call-Up From Another Team

Summary

The Memphis Grizzlies have called up Kobe Bufkin, a player from the Los Angeles Lakers' G League team, the South Bay Lakers. Bufkin, who was a 2023 NBA Draft pick by the Atlanta Hawks, has played for other teams before and aims to secure a long-term position in the NBA.

Key Facts

  • Kobe Bufkin is being called up by the Memphis Grizzlies from the South Bay Lakers.
  • He was the 15th overall pick in the 2023 NBA Draft.
  • Bufkin previously played two seasons with the Atlanta Hawks.
  • His recent G League performance included an average of 22 points per game.
  • Bufkin was traded to the Brooklyn Nets but was released after the preseason.
  • The Lakers acquired his G League rights from the Motor City Cruise for a future draft pick.
  • Bufkin could return to the South Bay Lakers after his current stint with the Grizzlies.
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