Cole Swider Signs Two-Way Contract With Los Angeles Lakers
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Former Syracuse sharpshooter Cole Swider has signed a two-way contract with the Los Angeles Lakers. Swider worked out twice for the Lakers during the pre-draft process.
What is a two-way contract? his is from the G-League's website.
"Beginning in the 2017 offseason, NBA rosters expanded from 15 to 17 players with the addition of two spots for players under 'Two-Way Contracts.'"
Swider came to Syracuse last offseason as a transfer from Villanova. He was not playing a consistent large role with the Wildcats and elected to look elsewhere for that opportunity. With the departures of Alan Griffin and Quincy Guerrier, Syracuse had the roster space and role opportunity. With Swider's relationships with the coaching staff, it was a slam dunk for both sides.
Still, it took Swider a bit to get comfortable. He started the year 3-22 from beyond the arc but really turned it on over the last half of the season. In the final 13 games, Swider shot 40-77 (52%) from three point range and had several games where he took over offensively. He even seemed to get more comfortable on the defensive end as well and rebounded at a high level all season.
In total, Swider averaged 13.9 points, 6.8 rebounds, 1.4 assists and 1.0 steals per game while shooting 44% from the floor overall and 41% from three. He also shot over 86% from the free throw line.
Head coach Jim Boeheim said during the season that Swider was only planning on staying one season with the Orange and therefore was likely to depart. That ended up being the case as he elected to turn pro. Now he begins his professional career with the Lakers.
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