Williams joins a training camp roster that includes fellow power forwards LeBron James, Kyle Kuzma and Moritz Wagner, as well as centers JaVale McGee and Ivica Zubac.
The Lakers have one two-way contract available for the upcoming season.
A starter for the entirety of the Lakers’ run to the Las Vegas Summer League championship game, Johnathan Williams has earned himself a spot at the team’s training camp.
The 6-foot-9, 230-pound power forward stood out on defense, where he was key to the Lakers constantly stifling the opponent’s offense.
A quick-footed big man, Williams thrived in the Lakers’ switch-heavy scheme, as he was able to consistently stay in front of guards and wings.
The Memphis native may not provide much shooting range, but he is able to attack from outside with surprising ball handling that caught a few summer opponents off guard.
He was even better as a finisher at the rim, both out of pick-and-roll and in transition, where he was able to glide down the lane for dunks and layups.
https://www.nba.com/lakers/news/180722-latest-lakers-johnathan-williamsEdited by FIJItiger at 09:42:48 on 08/31/18