Lakers re-sign PG Huertas

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[August 06, 2016]    The Sports Xchange
 
 The Los Angeles Lakers re-signed point guard Marcelo Huertas, the team announced Friday.

 

Terms were not released, but earlier it was reported Huertas agreed to a two-year deal.

"Marcelo's understanding of the game, unselfishness, and professionalism are assets to our team and he has an uncanny ability to change the pace of the game," Lakers general manager Mitch Kupchak said. "He's fundamentally solid but also has a flair and excitement to his style of play, which makes him a fan favorite."

The 2015-16 season was Huertas' first in the NBA after playing professionally in Brazil, Spain, and Italy since 2001,

He led the Lakers in assists at 3.4 per game and also averaged 4.5 points and 1.7 rebounds in 53 games.

He played four seasons with Spanish power FC Barcelona before coming to the NBA.

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