Lakers player-by-player report cards for 2021-22 season

Lakers guard Wayne Ellington reacts after making a three-point shot in opposition to the Kings this season.

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Key stats: Performed in 43 video games, 9 as a starter.

Contract standing: Signed to a one-year deal for $2.6 million, he’ll be a free agent this summer time.

The expectations on Oct. 19: The hope was that Ellington‘s exterior taking pictures would area the courtroom for LeBron James, Anthony Davis and Russell Westbrook.

The truth on April 10: Ellington shot a good 38.8% from three-point vary, however he was a defensive legal responsibility.

The longer term: It was his second tour with the Lakers, however it will be exhausting to think about Ellington again subsequent season.