Lakers add wing depth with Ziaire Williams

The Los Angeles Lakers have agreed to a one‑year, $3 million contract with free agent Ziaire Williams, ESPN reported, adding another athletic wing to a roster still seeking upgrades. The move strengthens perimeter depth while the franchise continues to push aggressively for Jonathan Kuminga, viewed internally as a potential starting forward.

Williams, represented by Aaron Mintz of CAA’s basketball division, brings length, defensive versatility and untapped upside to Los Angeles. The former first‑round pick is coming off a season with the Brooklyn Nets, where he averaged 10.2 points in 22.9 minutes per game, showing flashes of improved shot creation and positional flexibility.

Entering his sixth NBA season, Williams arrives with a clear opportunity to carve out a meaningful role in JJ Redick’s rotation. His combination of size and mobility fits the Lakers’ effort to modernize their wing corps and balance a roster built around high‑usage offensive stars.