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How Quentin Grimes ended up with the Lakers
Original: How Quentin Grimes landed with Lakers: An IG DM, light trespassing and summer in the Hamptons https://www.nytimes.com/at
Guard Quentin Grimes has signed with the Los Angeles Lakers, and a new report details the unusual path behind the move. According to the account, a direct message on Instagram helped open the door, an unofficial visit to a property played a role, and conversations over a summer in the Hamptons brought the deal together. Coach JJ Redick is cited as a key figure in recruiting Grimes to the team.
Why now: A prominent NBA reporter has just revealed the offbeat backstory of a notable free-agency signing.
Quentin GrimesLos Angeles LakersJJ RedickNBA
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- How Quentin Grimes landed with Lakers: An IG DM, light trespassing and summer in the Hamptons https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7668918/2026/10/08/quentin-grimes-lakers-jj-redick/ # Sports # Basketball # NBA · nyt_sports@robot.villas
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