Even though the Lakers took a flyer on undrafted center Trey Jemison III, they aren't settling when it comes to finding a viable backup center.

Center Trey Jemison joined the Los Angeles Lakers on a two-way contract on Wednesday, and with Anthony Davis missing Friday night’s game, the former UAB standout made his first appearance for the NBA team.

Although the Lakers only signed Trey Jemison III to a two-way contract, there is one aspect of his deal that indicates they see real potential in him.

The Lakers can still trade for a big man ahead of the deadline but are going to add some size in the meantime. According to ESPN's Shams Charania, Los Angeles is planning to sign former New Orleans Pelicans center Trey Jemison. He was just recently waived by the team after playing in 16 games this season.

The proposed trade would send the floor-spacing center to the Los Angeles Lakers to pair with Anthony Davis and LeBron James.

Austin Reaves scored a career-high 38 points, LeBron James had 29 and the Los Angeles Lakers held on to beat the Brooklyn Nets 102-101.

The 25-year-old Jemison, who compares his physique to former Lakers center Dwight Howard, brings an intriguing combination of size and defensive intensity.

The Los Angeles Lakers reportedly signed big man Trey Jemison to two-year, two-way contract to perhaps get an extended look from L.A.

The Los Angeles Lakers have put themselves in a good position to make a splash ahead of the upcoming NBA trade deadline. Los Angeles has been one of the better

The Los Angeles Lakers’ backup center spot was a concern heading into this season and remains prevalent now. However, general manager Rob Pelinka is trying to address this need through two-way contracts,

Austin Reaves scored a career-high 38 points, LeBron James had 29 and the Los Angeles Lakers held on to beat the Brooklyn Nets 102-101.