After four seasons with the Los Angeles Lakers, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope is starting a new chapter.
The shooting guard was involved in the trade to bring Russell Westbrook to the Lakers, which sent Caldwell-Pope, Kyle Kuzma and Montrezl Harrell to the Washington Wizards.
Caldwell-Pope played an integral part in the Lakers’ system as a 3-and-D glue player. He made 41% of his 3-pointers last season, primarily on catch-and-shoot attempts.
He could also be trusted to defend multiple positions and the best players on the opposing team, which led to Defensive Player of the Year votes this past season.
Los Angeles will miss his presence on the floor, especially since he had an essential role in the 2020 championship run.
Caldwell-Pope took to Instagram to thank the Lakers and shouted out prominent members of the front office:
“Who knew that a 1 year deal would turn into a 4 year run in the purple and gold. Thank you Magic, Jeanie, and Rob for believing in me. We are forever cemented in history with #17 🏆 #NEVERGIVEUP“
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