The Suns claimed Goodwin off waivers Wednesday, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.

EDGE Analysis

The Lakers waived Goodwin on July 20 to help pave the way for the team to sign Marcus Smart. Goodwin played in 29 regular-season games during the 2024-25 campaign, averaging 5.6 points, 3.9 rebounds, 1.4 assists and 1.0 steals per game while shooting 43.8 percent from the floor and a career-high 38.2 percent from beyond the arc.

Goodwin was waived by the Lakers on Sunday, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.

EDGE Analysis

Goodwin will have to explore opportunities elsewhere after being waived to create space for the Lakers' recent addition, Marcus Smart. Goodwin grew into a second-unit role down the stretch last season, appearing in 29 regular-season games where he averaged 5.6 points, 3.9 rebounds, 1.4 assists and 1.0 steals in 18.7 minutes per contest. He also appeared in four postseason games for Los Angeles during the 2024-25 campaign.

Goodwin finished the 2024-25 campaign with averages of 5.6 points, 3.9 rebounds, 1.4 assists, 1.0 steals, 0.9 three-pointers and 0.4 blocks across 18.7 minutes per game in 29 regular-season appearances (five starts).

EDGE Analysis

Goodwin didn't play in Game 5 of the club's 4-1 first-round series loss to Minnesota. During the series, he averaged 0.8 points and 1.3 rebounds across 8.0 minutes per game in four outings. The 26-year-old guard signed a one-year, two-way pact with the Lakers in February after starting the season with the G League's South Bay Lakers. However, the club converted it to a standard deal in March, which includes a team option for the 2025-26 campaign. Even if the Lakers choose not to exercise that option, Goodwin put together a solid audition for teams seeking additional backcourt depth. He shot a career-high 38.2 percent from downtown, recording 43.8/38.2/81.8 shooting splits.

Goodwin racked up 12 points (5-14 FG, 2-5 3Pt), seven rebounds, four assists and two steals across 30 minutes during Sunday's 109-81 loss to Portland.

EDGE Analysis

Goodwin posted a solid line and took advantage of his spot start in this regular-season finale, but the fact that he needed 14 shots to score 12 points isn't encouraging by any means. Goodwin should return to a bench role when the Lakers start their playoff run against the Timberwolves on Saturday. He averaged 5.6 points, 3.9 rebounds and 1.4 assists per game in 29 regular-season appearances (five starts) in 2024-25.

Goodwin (foot) is available for Sunday's game against the Trail Blazers, Dave McMenamin of ESPN.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

As expected, Goodwin has been upgraded from probable to available and will play in the regular-season finale. He may even start, as the Lakers will be without Austin Reaves (ankle), LeBron James (groin) and Luka Doncic (quadriceps).

Goodwin is probable for Sunday's game against the Trail Blazers due to right plantar fasciitis, Dave McMenamin of ESPN.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

The probable tag suggests Goodwin should play Sunday, but a decision on his status won't be made until the 3:30 p.m. ET tipoff Sunday. It wouldn't be surprising to see him handle a sizable workload in the regular-season finale since the Lakers will rest most of their rotation regulars.

Goodwin and the Lakers agreed to a standard contract Thursday, ESPN's Shams Charania reports.

EDGE Analysis

Goodwin, who was previously on a two-way contract, will claim an open roster spot after the Lakers waived Cam Reddish. Goodwin has made the most of his time with the Lakers, averaging 6.4 points while shooting 41.0 percent from beyond the arc.

Goodwin is not in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the Bulls, Mike Trudell of Spectrum SportsNet reports.

EDGE Analysis

The Lakers will be close to full strength in this matchup, so Goodwin will return to his regular role off the bench. Austin Reaves and Luka Doncic will start in the backcourt, meaning Goodwin's fantasy appeal will be close to minimal in this contest.

Goodwin finished Wednesday's 120-108 victory over the Nuggets with eight points (2-7 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 4-4 FT), three rebounds, three assists and four steals in 26 minutes.

EDGE Analysis

Goodwin didn't have much success offensively but made up for it on the defensive end -- this was his fifth career game with at least four steals. The Lakers are shorthanded these days, and Goodwin will remain on the streaming radar for the short term. Over his last seven games, Goodwin has averaged 8.3 points, 4.4 rebounds, 1.7 assists, 1.4 steals and 1.7 three-pointers.

Goodwin is in the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Nuggets, Jovan Buha of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Goodwin is one of several non-regular starters who will be part of the first unit in this contest, as the Lakers will be very shorthanded due to rest and injuries. Goodwin will be making his first start of the season, though he's coming off a solid 17-point showing versus Brooklyn earlier this week on Monday, March 10.