New Lakers pickup drops truth bomb on choosing LA over the Bucks

The Milwaukee Bucks were initially linked to Augustas Marciulionis, but the Los Angeles Lakers not only secured him but also added two more talents through Exhibit 10 deals.

All three arrive with strong college backgrounds, with one currently playing in EuroBasket before deciding to join the Lakers.

Marciulionis is set to represent Lithuania in the upcoming EuroBasket tournament, joining a field that includes Luka Doncic , Nikola Jokic, and Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo .

However, both the Bucks and Lakers pursued him after the draft, but Marciulionis chose to sign with Los Angeles.

He explained, The attention was similar from both teams.

But in Los Angeles, there were more people my agent and I knew and trusted.

We understood the situation better there.

Augustas Marciulionis, son of basketball legend Sarunas Marciulionis, went undrafted in 2025 after a broken foot derailed his draft stock, but he now has a chance to prove himself at Lakers training camp ahead of the new season.

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Marys Gaels guard Augustas Marciulionis (3) shoots the ball against Gonzaga Bulldogs guard Michael Ajayi (1) in the second half at McCarthey Athletic Center.

Mandatory Credit: James Snook-Imagn Images For some reason, LA just felt like the right choice.

Still, it wasnt easy because I dont know that much about the NBA environment yet.

But we thought this was the best place for me, he continued.

Marciulionis starred for the Saint Marys Gaels in college, posting 14.2 points, 5.9 assists, and 1.3 steals per game during the 2024-25 NCAA tournament, proving he has the tools to develop into a strong point guard.

Now with a chance to play for the Lakers, Marciulonis added that, It was very strange (laughs).

That whole period of uncertaintywhen I didnt know how things would turn outwas tough.

And then the Lakers option came along.

But theres still a lot to prove and a lot of work to earn a full contract.

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Marys Gaels guard Augustas Marciulionis (3) celebrates after a game against the Washington State Cougars at Friel Court at Beasley Coliseum.

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Marys won 80-75.

Mandatory Credit: James Snook-Imagn Images They showed me a lot of attention both in interviews and when it came to signing.

Im glad Im in a good environment that believes in methats the most important thing.

An Exhibit 10 is a one-year, non-guaranteed NBA contract at the minimum salary.

If the player secures a spot on the 15-man roster, it converts into a standard minimum deal.

Teams can also turn it into a two-way contract, giving the player time in both the NBA and the G League..

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