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Nick Smith Nears Real Madrid Move
Real Madrid are closing in on a deal for guard Nick Smith, 22, after the Lakers declined his contract option following the 2025/26 season.
Real Madrid are close to signing Nick Smith, according to insider Chema de Lucas.
Smith, 22, was the 27th pick at the 2023 NBA draft. He has played three seasons in the league, 141 regular-season games in all. Last season, 2025/26, he was with the Lakers: 30 appearances, 6.2 points and 1 assist in 12.5 minutes a game.
The Lakers declined the option to keep him for next season, which leaves him free to move.
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