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The Lakers’ marquee signings are embracing the pressure of playing in LA

The Los Angeles Lakers are welcoming several fresh faces for the upcoming campaign, including Walker Kessler, Quentin Grimes, and Sandro Mamukelashvili. Kessler, who arrived via a trade costing two draft picks alongside a four-year contract worth upwards of one hundred thirty million dollars, views the bright lights of Southern California as a grateful opportunity rather than an intimidating burden.

Meanwhile, Mamukelashvili noted that securing a multi-year deal should not breed complacency, stressing his commitment to proving himself daily following an upbringing in Georgia where catching basketball broadcasts was a rare occurrence.

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