Los Angeles Lakers waive veteran guard Corey Brewer

Published

EL SEGUNDO, Calif. (AP) The Los Angeles Lakers have waived veteran guard Corey Brewer.

The Lakers also recalled big man Thomas Bryant from their G League affiliate on Wednesday.

The 31-year-old Brewer joined the Lakers late last season from Houston in a trade for Lou Williams. Brewer played in 54 games for Los Angeles this season, averaging 3.7 points and 1.7 rebounds mostly as a reserve.

The Lakers bought out Brewer's contract so he could have a chance to sign with a playoff contender. Despite improved play in 2018, Los Angeles (26-34) is 11th in the Western Conference and is almost certain to miss the postseason for a franchise-record fifth straight year.

Brewer also has played for Minnesota, Dallas and Denver, winning a 2011 championship ring with the Mavericks.