South Bay Lakers Acquire Stanley Johnson From Rip City Remix

The South Bay Lakers have traded for forward Stanley Johnson from the Rip City Remix, sending guard Devonte’ Graham, forward Vincent Valerio-Bodon, and a 2026 second-round draft pick in return. Johnson, a former eighth overall pick in the 2015 NBA Draft, has experience in both the NBA and G League, previously playing for teams such as Detroit and San Antonio. In G League action last season, he averaged 14.2 points, 5.2 rebounds, and 2.6 assists per game. This trade is aimed at bolstering the Lakers' roster as they seek to enhance their depth for a playoff run. Johnson's return to the Lakers organization occurs after his stint in L.A. during the 2021-22 season, and he is set to wear No. 14 for South Bay. The move reflects the Lakers' strategy to strengthen their affiliate team while preparing for the upcoming season.