Lakers’ Sandro Mamukelashvili brings up 2K to explain ‘Swiss Army Knife’ role

Lakers’ Sandro Mamukelashvili brings up 2K to explain ‘Swiss Army Knife’ role appeared first on ClutchPoints . Add ClutchPoints as a Preferred Source by clicking here . The Los Angeles Lakers extended their winning streak to seven games on Wednesday, even as both Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves exited early with injuries . Sandro Mamukelashvili once again embraced his ‘Swiss Army Knife’ role in the Lakers’ victory over the Milwaukee Bucks, and the versatile forward-center made it clear how much he enjoys playing that way. Following the game, Mamukelashvili shared his thoughts on being described as a ‘Swiss Army Knife,’ explaining that playing an all-around role has always been his preferred style. “I love it,” Mamukelashvili said. “I feel like that’s how I always wanted to play. Even when I was young, creating 2K players, I would always try the all-around guy. Watch sports LIVE with fuboTV (free trial) “Pass, rebound just kind of do a little bit of everything, I love doing it. Sometimes I’m gonna score 23, but sometimes not. But I wanna be involved. I wanna help the team win.” Mamukelashvili continued his impressive run against his former team on Wednesday. The Lakers forward once again came off the bench and matched his season-high with 23 points in their 123-112 victory. He finished 9-of-15 from the field, including an efficient 5-of-8 from beyond the arc, while also contributing three rebounds and two assists in 26 minutes. It marked his second consecutive 23-point performance after putting up the same total against the Atlanta Hawks . Mamukelashvili has quickly become an intriguing addition to the Lakers after joining the franchise ahead of the 2026-27 NBA season. The 27-year-old forward-center arrived in Los Angeles following a career-best campaign with the Toronto Raptors and has continued to showcase his offensive versatility in a new environment. Mamukelashvili was selected 54th overall in the 2021 NBA Draft by the Indiana Pacers, who subsequently traded his draft rights to the Bucks. He spent his first two NBA seasons in Milwaukee before joining the San Antonio Spurs. Now wearing No. 54 for the Lakers, Mamukelashvili has an opportunity to establish himself as an important part of the team’s rotation. Related: Lakers star Luka Doncic shares survival plan if Austin Reaves is sidelined by injury Related: Lakers’ JJ Redick explains intriguing decision to keep Luka Doncic on the floor vs. Bucks