Lakers center Damian Jones will not re-sign with the team following the expiration of his second 10-day contract, according to a person with knowledge of the situation but not authorized to speak publicly.
Jones appeared in eight games, starting six, over two 10-day contracts. League rules mandate that teams must sign players to deals covering the rest of the season after a second 10-day contract expires.
With LeBron James and Anthony Davis both injured, the open roster spot gives the Lakers more flexibility ahead of Thursday’s NBA trade deadline and the subsequent buyout market that follows.