Why Zach Lowe is wondering if the Lakers were better off with their young prospect instead of signing veteran Marcus Smart.

“The Los Angeles Lakers have waived guard Jordan Goodwin,” ESPN’s Shams Charania reported. “Goodwin emerged as a key rotation piece for JJ Redick late last season, playing 29 games and four playoff contests. Goodwin and Shake Milton were released to clear space for arrival of Marcus Smart.”