Some roster moves in Los Angeles land with a bang. Others, like the Lakers’ latest, land with a collective, “Wait… who?” That’s where Kylor Kelley comes in. The seven-footer, who was once ranked 99th in the 2020 NBA draft composite rankings by Hoops Prospects , just inked a training camp deal with the Lakers, instantly provoking confusion and enough side-eyes from the fanbase.

Kelley, 27, has spent years bouncing between NBA benches, G League gyms, and overseas stops in England, Denmark, and Canada. He’s played just 11 NBA games in his career, most recently splitting time with the Pelicans and Mavericks last season. His averages of 3.1 points and 3.5 rebounds in 11.5 minutes aren’t eye-popping. But in his first career start, Kelley ripped off a 12-point, 11-rebound double-double. No

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