The Los Angeles Lakers G-League team, the South Bay Lakers, made a noteworthy roster move on Wednesday.
South Bay reportedly cut ties with the son of a former Golden State Warriors guard and Hall of Famer via buyout.
“Guard Augustas Marčiulionis (the son of NBA great Sarunas Marciulionis) has left the South Bay Lakers via a buyout with the NBA G League to pursue an opportunity overseas,” South Bay stated on X/Twitter.
Marciulionis joined the Lakers last summer by way of an Exhibit 10 deal following a standout collegiate career at Saint Mary’s (he helped the Gaels reach the NCAA tournament four consecutive times, earned two WCC Player of the Year nods, and two first-team All-WCC selections).
After failing to make the Lakers’ opening night roster, Marciulionis began competing with South Bay in the NBA’s minor league. Marciulionis, a high-IQ point guard who rarely attempts to force the issue, averaged 5.4 points, 3.4 assists, and 1.9 rebounds in nine outings with South Bay, shooting 41.3% from the field and 40% from beyond the arc.
The Vilnius, Lithuania native hasn’t appeared in an NBA contest this season. However, with the right opportunity in the foreseeable future, Marciulionis could find himself receiving action in the big leagues.
For now, though, the young pro will continue his professional career overseas.
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