Report: Lakers expected to go after Tyson Chandler following buyout
Tyson Chandler is expected to be bought out by the Phoenix Suns, and another West Coast team could be in the lead for his services after that.
The New York Times’ Marc Stein reported on Saturday about Chandler’s buyout and says the Los Angeles Lakers will be “at the front of the line” to sign him.
The Suns are in the process of buying out veteran center Tyson Chandler to make Chandler a free agent, league sources tell @NYTSports
— Marc Stein (@TheSteinLine) November 3, 2018
The Lakers are expected to be at the front of the line to sign Tyson Chandler once he clears waivers, league sources say
— Marc Stein (@TheSteinLine) November 3, 2018
Chandler is expected to clear waivers after reaching a buyout with the Suns due to his $13.6 million salary. The 36-year-old center has averaged 3.7 points and 5.6 rebounds in 12.7 minutes per game this season, his fourth with the Suns. He was surpassed on the depth chart in Phoenix by Richaun Holmes, which likely contributes to his impending buyout.