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On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1489, Bahlul Lodi, sultan of Delhi passed away. In 1623, William Bourchier, 3rd Earl of Bath (born 1557) passed away. In 1920, The Soviet-Lithuanian Peace Treaty is signed, by which Soviet Russia recognizes the independence of Lithuania. In 1943, Paul Silas, American basketball player and coach (died 2022) was born. In 1988, Patrick Beverley, American basketball player was born. In 1992, Luke Berry, English footballer was born. In 1997, Jean-Kévin Duverne, French footballer was born. In 1998, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Canadian basketball player was born. In 2003, Benny Carter, American trumpet player, saxophonist, and composer (born 1907) passed away. In 2008, Bobby Murcer, American baseball player, coach, and sportscaster (born 1946) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
Lakers considering Andre Drummond, Kevon Looney as backup center
Now that Deandre Ayton is reportedly leaving the Lakers, the team needs a backup center to take his place.
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RealGM Basketball Wiretap
· Jul 3, 2026
Andre Drummond, Knicks Agree To One-Year, $3.9M Deal
Andre Drummond has agreed to a one-year, 3.9 million deal with the New York Knicks. Drummond will replace Mitchell Robinson as the Knicks' backup center behind Karl-Anthony Towns. Drummond, similar to Robinson, has long been one of the NBA's best rebounders. Drummond received interest in free agency from the Los Angeles Lakers and other teams. Drummond spent the past two seasons with the Philadelphia 76ers. Last season, Drummond averaged 6.4 points, 8.4 rebounds and 1.3 assists in 19.5 minutes across 63 games.
Yahoo Sports
· Jun 24, 2026
NBA Draft 2026: Champion Knicks trade back with Lakers, who pick Cameron Carr at No. 24
The Knicks proceeded to select Sergio de Larrea with the No. 25 pick.
SNY
· Jul 3, 2026
Knicks signing veteran center Andre Drummond to one-year deal: report
After losing Mitchell Robinson to the Boston Celtics in free agency, the Knicks have found a new backup center.
Lakers Nation
· Jul 3, 2026
Andre Drummond To Sign With Knicks Despite Interest From Lakers
The Los Angeles Lakers suddenly have a need for a backup center after reportedly trading Deandre Ayton to the Washington Wizards for Jaden Hardy and two second-round picks. The Lakers obviously preferred the flexibility that came with acquiring the picks over Ayton being Walker Kessler’s backup, believing they can still find a quality center on []
LA Times
· Jul 1, 2026
Lakers reload with Walker Kessler, Sandro Mamukelashvili, Collin Sexton and Quentin Grimes
The Lakers reloaded a day after LeBron James left the team, adding free agents Sandro Mamukelashvili, Walker Kessler, Collin Sexton and Quentin Grimes.
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Related coverage for "Lakers considering Andre Drummond, Kevon Looney as backup center": RealGM Basketball Wiretap — Andre Drummond, Knicks Agree To One-Year, $3.9M Deal. Yahoo Sports — NBA Draft 2026: Champion Knicks trade back with Lakers, who pick Cameron Carr at No. 24. SNY — Knicks signing veteran center Andre Drummond to one-year deal: report. Lakers Nation — Andre Drummond To Sign With Knicks Despite Interest From Lakers. LA Times — Lakers reload with Walker Kessler, Sandro Mamukelashvili, Collin Sexton and Quentin Grimes