LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 12: Quinn Cook #2 of the Los Angeles Lakers handles the ball in the game against the Memphis Grizzlies at Staples Center on February 12, 2021 in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Meg Oliphant/Getty Images)
The Los Angeles Lakers made their first big roster move of the season by releasing Quinn Cook before his contract became fully guaranteed on February 27th.