Howard will sign a one-year deal to join former Clippers coach Doc Rivers, who is the new 76ers coach. As a backup center for the Lakers, Howard often starred in his role, averaging 7.5 points, 7.3 rebounds and 19 minutes. AdvertisementHoward was a physical force for them, starting seven out of the 18 games the Lakers played in the playoffs. He had left the Lakers on bad terms following the 2012-13 season, with Lakers fans turning against the center. With him gone, the Lakers are in need of another center after JaVale McGee exercised his $4.2-million contract option this week.

Source: Los Angeles Times November 21, 2020 02:06 UTC