Ed Davis signed a two-year deal with the Los Angeles Lakers that includes a player option for 2015-16.
“Ed is a versatile, young frontcourt player who, if he continues to work hard, will be a valuable contributor,” said general manager Mitch Kupchak. “We look forward to him furthering his development with the Lakers and are excited by what we think he can offer our team.”
Davis, 6-10, 250, began his career with the Toronto Raptors. He played for the Memphis Grizzlies last season and will replace Chris Kaman on the roster in Los Angeles. Kaman signed with the Portland Trail Blazers on the first day new contracts could be signed (July 8).
Davis, the 13th overall pick in the 2010 draft, averaged 5.7 points and 4.1 rebounds in 15.2 minutes per game last season.