Augustas Explains His Choice…
The Los Angeles Lakers are like treasure hunters who always find diamonds in the rough, including stars like Alex Caruso and Austin Reaves. After trading up in the 2025 NBA Draft, they also snagged Augustas Marciulionis, who could dribble around traffic jams without spilling his morning coffee. Marciulionis, who was sidelined by a pre-draft injury, said he’s thrilled to be part of an organization focused on developing young talent. Speaking to Basketnews.com, he described the uncertainty as tough but praised the Lakers for their attention and belief in him.
Though both the Milwaukee Bucks and Lakers showered him with attention, Marciulionis picked Los Angeles because it felt like he was picking between a cheese factory and a Hollywood blockbuster. The familiar faces and environment in L.A. made the city feel like the perfect match. Despite still learning about the NBA world, he believes it’s the best place for him to shine like a new light bulb in a dim room. Working hard to secure his spot, he joked about getting injured just when his chance arose, but confirms his rehab’s gone well and he’s almost ready to rumble.
