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Longtime NBA big man Alex Len has agreed to a multiyear deal with Real Madrid, per Michael Scotto of Hoops Hype. Len has an NBA opt-out clause for next season in his contract with Real Madrid, Scotto adds.

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New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / October 20

Knicks Finalize Opening Night Roster

And then there were 17 for the New York Knicks. The weekend brought about the end of the 2025 NBA preseason, as well as roster cutdowns that prepped ledgers for this week's regular season openers.

New York Knicks News / Fastbreak on SI / October 19

Ex-Knick Alex Len Joins List of Free Agent Centers for NBA to Consider

The New York Knicks had to make a handful of moves ahead of Saturday’s deadline. Moving on from the veteran center, Alex Len was in the cards. When Len entered the NBA in 2013 as the fifth-overall pick, the league had high hopes for the Phoenix Suns’ center out of Maryland.

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New York Knicks News / Field Level Media / October 18

Knicks waive C Alex Len, G Garrison Mathews and F Matt Ryan

The New York Knicks waived center Alex Len, guard Garrison Mathews and forward Matt Ryan, the team announced Saturday. Len is a 12-year NBA veteran who has spent time with the Phoenix Suns, Atlanta Hawks, Sacramento Kings, Toronto Raptors, Washington Wizards and Los Angeles Lakers.

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NBA News / Hoops Wire / October 18

NBA Moves: Sixers, MarJon Beauchamp, Knicks, Alex Len, Timberwolves

The Sixers made their final round of cuts as they set their roster for opening night. According to Kyle Neubeck of PHLY Sports, Philadelphia has waived MarJon Beauchamp, Malcolm Hill, Saint Thomas, and Kennedy Chandler, along with signing and releasing DeAndre Williams.

New York Knicks News / Hoops Rumors / October 18

Knicks waive former No. 5 overall draft pick, two others

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New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / September 28

Knicks Recent Signee Looks to Avoid Upcoming Cuts

The New York Knicks cleaned up entering the final phase of free agency, signing several veterans to join their ranks just two weeks before the commencement of training camp.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / September 16

Knicks add former first-rounder to their camp roster

He’s been in the league since 2013, when the Suns selected him with the No. 5 overall pick.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / September 16

Knicks Confirm Several Signings, Plan To Add Alex Len

Having carried just 12 players on their roster since July, the Knicks began officially filling out their 21-man preseason squad on Tuesday. After signing

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / September 16

Alex Len Signs Training Camp Contract With Knicks

The start of training camp is just around the corner for the Los Angeles Lakers and their roster appears to be just about set. The front office made some significant additions this offseason, notably bringing in Deandre Ayton, Marcus Smart and Jake LaRavia.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / September 15

Knicks work out two former Lakers centers

The Knicks continue to tinker around the periphery of their roster. Per Stefan Bondy of The New York Post, New York recently worked out a pair of free agent former 2024-25 Lakers centers, veteran Alex Len and former L.A.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / July 28

2024-25 Los Angeles Lakers Player Review: Alex Len

The Los Angeles Lakers trading for superstar guard Luka Doncic was a move that completely changed the trajectory of the franchise for the long-term. In the immediate aftermath, it also left the team extremely thin at center as they dealt away Anthony Davis and rescinded a follow-up trade for Mark Williams.

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / May 14

Lakers Unlikely To Re-Sign Two Players In 2025 Free Agency

The Los Angeles Lakers are expected to part ways with two veterans in the upcoming 2025 NBA free agency period: Markieff Morris and Alex Len. Both players

Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / March 22

Report: Lakers could waive two former lottery picks

As they continue to get healthier, the Lakers may no longer have a need for two former high picks.

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / February 15

Lakers Could Have Reunited with Former Center On Buyout Market Before Adding Alex Len

The Los Angeles Lakers brought in veteran center Alex Len to help bolster their frontcourt. Following a rescinded trade for Charlotte Hornets center Mark Williams, Los Angeles was left without any very good options at the center spot.

NBA News / Indianapolis Pacers on SI / February 15

Pacers Notes: Alex Len Breaks Silence, Massive Problem Developing For Indiana, More

Recently, center Alex Len was linked to the Indiana Pacers after he was waived by the Washington Wizards. However, Len instead wound up going to the Los Angeles Lakers after their trade for Mark Williams of the Charlotte Hornets was rescinded.

NBA News / Indianapolis Pacers on SI / February 14

Alex Len Offers More Details Regarding Decision to Spurn Pacers For Lakers

The Indiana Pacers were expected to sign veteran center Alex Len to help bolster their frontcourt but just before he signed with the team, Len changed course.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / February 13

Alex Len Explains Reason For Signing With Lakers

Following the rescinding of their trade for Charlotte Hornets center Mark Williams, the Los Angeles Lakers still had a big need at center with Jaxson Hayes being the only true big on a standard contract.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / February 13

Alex Len Contract Details

Following the failed trade for Mark Williams, the Los Angeles Lakers managed to find a pivot for their center problem as they waived Christian Wood to make room to sign Alex Len.

NBA News / Field Level Media / February 11

Lakers sign Alex Len to address center void

The Los Angeles Lakers signed free agent Alex Len on Tuesday to fill a roster spot at center. In a corresponding move, the Lakers waived forward/center Christian Wood.

NBA News / Yardbarker / February 11

Lakers add former top-five draft pick after botched trade

Lakers add former top-five draft pick after botched Mark Williams trade

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NBA News / Indianapolis Pacers on SI / February 10

Pacers No Longer Signing Center Alex Len: Report

The Indiana Pacers made headlines on Monday with their decision to sign former Duke star Jahlil Okafor to a 10-day contract, but they also chose not to sign center Alex Len despite initial reports suggesting the two sides were close to an agreement.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / February 9

Alex Len To Sign With Pacers After Clearing Waivers

The Washington Wizards have placed center Alex Len on waivers, the team announced. But he won’t be on the NBA waiver wire for long. Len, who was acquired by the Wizards earlier this week in a three-team trade, intends to sign with the Indiana Pacers once he clears waivers, per Shams Charania of ESPN.