Overview

• Quincy Olivari scored his first NBA points with a three-pointer during his debut for the Los Angeles Lakers against the Portland Trail Blazers.
• The 23-year-old rookie stepped up as the Lakers faced injuries to key players, including LeBron James and Austin Reaves, earning his chance to play on short notice.
• Olivari recently signed a shoe deal with Stephen Curry's Curry Brand, becoming only the second active NBA player to represent the brand after De’Aaron Fox.
• Olivari shared advice with Curry during the Warriors' recent losing streak, which Curry credited as a morale boost ahead of their recovery.
• The rookie's journey from an undrafted player to an NBA debut highlights his persistence, with standout performances in college, the G-League, and preseason earning him a two-way contract with the Lakers.