Los Angeles Lakers waived guard Kobe Bufkin
ReleaseApr 10, 2026Preliminary
Kobe Bufkin
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Lakers waived first-round pick Bufkin after a G League stint, signaling depth chart struggles. Media coverage mixed: some praised the initial signing, others questioned the quick release. The back-and-forth (sign, waive, re-sign pattern) suggests organizational uncertainty about his role. Fans debated whether Bufkin deserved more runway or if Lakers were right to cut. Lakers must address wing depth through alternative acquisitions or internal development going forward.
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