{
  "id": 13790556,
  "title": "Why new Lakers forward can’t contain excitement playing with Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/11/why-new-lakers-forward-cant-contain-excitement-playing-with-luka",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-11T20:14:49.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/why-lakers-forward-t-contain-201449896.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Los Angeles Lakers' Sandro Mamukelashvili, a versatile sixth-year forward, is thrilled to play alongside NBA stars Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves. During the team's preseason game against the Sacramento Kings, the Georgian native recorded 19 points, three rebounds, four assists, a steal, and a blocked shot. Mamukelashvili expressed his excitement about the numerous open shots he expects to receive due to Doncic's and Reaves' defensive focus on the ball-hogging superstar. He also praised his teammates' ability to move the ball efficiently, stating that it makes it easier for shooters. The Lakers signed Mamukelashvili to a four-year contract in the offseason, and he is now the team's primary backup big man. Head coach JJ Redick believes Mamukelashvili can fit into any lineup and has enjoyed creating plays that take advantage of his skills.",
  "summary": "LOS ANGELES – While the Los Angeles Lakers are still juggling their rotation in the midst of preseason and training camp, one player who has locked down his spot is sixth-year forward Sandro Mamukelashvili. The Georgian native shined bright during the team’s preseason victory against the Sacramento Kings this past Thursday, showing his versatility […] The post Why new Lakers forward can’t contain…",
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  "coverage": {
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}