Fans Respond to Lakers' Decision to Cut Shake Milton originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Los Angeles Lakers made waves on Sunday when they opted to cut the $3 million contract of reserve shooting guard Shake Milton,

The Los Angeles Lakers have waived guard Shake Milton, sources tell ESPN. Milton's $3 million contract for next season would have become fully guaranteed today. Lakers are clearing space for signing of Marcus Smart.

The Lakers are waiving guard Shake Milton and his $3 million contract for the 2025-26 season, according to a report from ESPN’s Shams Charania. The move is part of a broader cap-clearing effort as Los Angeles prepares to officially add veteran guard Marcus Smart.