Armel Traore was not chosen in the 2024 NBA Draft last month. Despite this, he had a strong season with ADA Blois Basket 41, averaging 10.8 points, 7.3 rebounds, and 1.5 assists per game while shooting 54.1% from the field and 26.2% from three-point range over 33 games.
The Lakers have done an excellent job developing undrafted (and second-round selections) over the last eight years.
Some of those players include Alex Caruso, Austin Reaves and Max Christie.
They also have new head coach JJ Redick, who is expected to be make a huge difference in getting the most out of players.
As for the Lakers, they are coming off a year where they were the seventh seed in the Western Conference with a 47-35 record.
They lost to the Denver Nuggets in the first round of the NBA playoffs.
The Los Angeles Lakers have made a notable addition to their roster, officially signing forward Armel Traore. Traore, who went undrafted in the 2024 NBA Draft, brings a unique skill set and potential to the team.
Traore is coming off an impressive season with ADA Blois Basket 41, where he averaged 10.8 points, 7.3 rebounds, and 1.5 assists per game. His performance was marked by a solid 54.1% shooting accuracy from the field, though he struggled from beyond the arc with a 26.2% three-point shooting percentage.
The Lakers’ front office expressed excitement about Traore’s potential impact. “Armel has shown great promise and versatility on the court,” said General Manager Rob Pelinka. “We believe his athleticism and work ethic will be a valuable asset to our team.”
Traore’s signing adds depth to the Lakers’ frontcourt and provides the coaching staff with another option to bolster their lineup. Fans will be eager to see how Traore adapts to the NBA and contributes to the Lakers’ pursuit of success in the upcoming season.
