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Lakers make Wesley Johnson signing official

Wesley Johnson has played three NBA seasons, including last year with the Phoenix Suns.
(Matt York / Associated Press)
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The Lakers made the signing of small forward Wesley Johnson official on Monday.

“Wesley is a young, athletic player who runs the floor well and is an excellent defender,” said Lakers General Manager Mitch Kupchak in a prepared statement. “He’s a developing player who we think could become a good NBA player for years to come. He’s also a great kid and we’re happy to add him to our team.”

The team agreed to terms with Johnson over the weekend on a one-year deal at the veteran’s minimum salary at $916,099.

Johnson will join Nick Young at the position opened when the Lakers used their onetime amnesty to waive Metta World Peace.

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Drafted in 2010 by the Minnesota Timberwolves with the fourth overall pick, Johnson was traded last summer to the Phoenix Suns.

The Lakers probably hope Johnson is a late bloomer in the NBA. Athletically he could fit in as a role player both as defender and complementary scorer.

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