Greatest Free Agent Signing All Time – Number Seven: Brian Shaw
Brian Shaw was a dependable player throughout his career with many teams. He played for the Boston Celtics, Miami Heat, Golden State Warriors, Philadelphia 76ers, and Orlando Magic before getting signed by the Lakers. During the 1998 offseason, he inked a deal to join Los Angeles. He decided to team up with Shaq and Kobe.
Shaw was a hustle player that would never stuff a stat sheet. Yet, he would hit clutch three point shots, get steals at the right moment, or play lockdown defense when needed. He also went on to win three championships with the Lakers.
During his time with the Lakers, he averaged just 4.0 points, 2.6 rebounds, and 2.3 assists per game. In their three playoff runs, it seemed Shaw would come up in the clutch, or when the Lakers needed a much-needed basket. That’s what he will be remembered for the most. He has since been a coach in the NBA with the Denver Nuggets, and currently an assistant on the Lakers coaching staff.
That’s what he will be remembered for the most. He has since been a coach in the NBA with the Denver Nuggets, and currently an assistant once again on the Lakers coaching staff.