“L.A. ADDS YOUTH & FLAIR: THE LOS ANGELES LAKERS HAVE SIGNED GUARD RJ DAVIS, FORWARD ERIC DIXON, FORWARD ARTHUR KALUMA, AND GUARD AUGUSTAS MARČIULIONIS… HERE IS WHAT ANALYTICS THINK ABOUT THIS..
LOS ANGELES — July 26, 2025 — The Los Angeles Lakers have taken a strategic step toward blending veteran leadership with high-upside young talent, officially signing guards R.J. Davis and Augustas Marčiulionis, and forwards Eric Dixon and Arthur Kaluma to Exhibit 10 training‑camp contracts as the team prepares for training camp and Summer League action.
Who Are the New Additions?
R.J. Davis (G – UNC)
A standout five-year senior at North Carolina, Davis is a decorated scorer and playmaker, named ACC Player of the Year in 2024 and winner of the Jerry West Award as the nation’s best shooting guard.
In his final college season, Davis averaged 17.2 PPG, 3.4 RPG, 3.6 APG, shooting 41.8% overall and 36.7% from deep.
His Exhibit 10 deal includes Summer League and camp invite; strong play could earn him a two‑way contract, or a G League assignment with a bonus via South Bay Lakers.
Eric Dixon (F – Villanova)
The 6′8″ forward led Division I in scoring during 2024–25 with 23.3 points per game, plus 5.1 rebounds and strong shooting splits (.451 FG, .407 3PT).
Though initially discussed as a two‑way candidate, injury sidelined Dixon during Summer League action, so he joined via Exhibit 10—still eligible for conversion if healthy and impressive.
Arthur Kaluma (F – Texas / Creighton / Kansas State)
A versatile 6′7″ forward with NBA-ready tools, Kaluma averaged 12.3 PPG, 7.5 RPG, and a 35.9% three-point rate in his final year at Texas.
Experienced across three college programs, Kaluma’s energy and balance make him an intriguing developmental prospect under Lakers coaching.
Augustas Marčiulionis (G – Saint Mary’s)
A crafty Lithuanian guard and two-time WCC Player of the Year (2024, 2025), he averaged 14.2 PPG, 5.9 APG, and 1.3 steals in his final collegiate season.
Son of Hall of Famer Šarūnas Marčiulionis, Augustas brings international pedigree, high basketball IQ, and elite court vision to the Lakers’ summer roster.
🧩 Strategic Fit & What It Means for L.A.
All four are undrafted free agents who joined the Lakers’ California Classic & Las Vegas Summer League rosters before signing Exhibit 10 deals.
An Exhibit 10 contract is a one‑year, minimum-salary, non-guaranteed deal—with built-in G League bonuses (up to ~$85K) for players who remain in the franchise’s development system.
If performance merits, the Lakers reserve the option to convert one or more Exhibit 10 deals into two‑way contracts during training camp.
These signings emphasize L.A.’s renewed focus on youth development, offering high-ceiling prospects to learn alongside stars like LeBron James and Luka Dončić.
🔭 The Road Ahead
Summer League Showcases: Davis impressed with steady ball-handling and a 17-point effort in Las Vegas; Kaluma contributed spark in limited minutes. Dixon and Marčiulionis were sidelined due to injury.
Training Camp Opportunities: All four now head into Lakers camp, vying for two-way promotions or G League assignments with South Bay. Their performance in preseason will determine their future within the organization.
—
📌 Bottom Line
The Lakers have loaded their bench and expanded their developmental pipeline by adding R.J. Davis, Eric Dixon, Arthur Kaluma, and Augustas Marčiulionis. While none comes with guaranteed roster status, each offers unique upside—scoring, versatility, playmaking—and shares a chance to earn a roster spot through hard work and Summer League success. In a pivotal offseason focused on long-term balance, these signings highlight LA’s roster flexibility strategy and investment in bright, young talent.
