Overview
- Los Angeles waived center Kylor Kelley to open the roster spot for the two-way deal.
- Smith becomes the third two-way player, joining Christian Koloko and Chris Mañon.
- Two-way terms cap him at 50 NBA games and bar playoff eligibility unless converted, with significant time expected at South Bay Lakers.
- Charlotte waived the 2023 No. 27 pick last week rather than pay a $2.7 million 2025–26 salary.
- He appeared in 60 games (27 starts) for the Hornets last season, averaging 9.9 points, 2.1 rebounds and 2.4 assists.