Lachlan Cunningham/Getty ImagesThe Los Angeles Lakers didn't make any significant changes to their roster ahead of the trade deadline, but they will reportedly make a move to bolster their backcourt before the season ends.
The Athletic and Stadium's Shams Charania reported on Monday that the purple and gold will sign D.J. Augustin to back up Russell Westbrook.
The Lakers plan to sign Gabriel to a two-way NBA contract.
Gabriel played collegiately at Kentucky and has appeared in 58 NBA games over the past three seasons for six teams.
He played in seven games for the Nets and Clippers and averaged 2.0 points and 2.1 rebound.
The Jordan and Augustin move is the one that will get the most attention.
During his prime on the Clippers, Jordan was one of the most productive big men in the league. He was an All-Star for the third time in his career and is a two-time rebound champion.
Jordan's days of skying above the rim for Chris Paul alley-oops and notching double-doubles on an almost nightly basis seem to have ended. He played for the Lakers this season and averaged 4.1 points and 5.4 rebound a night.
Jordan has not played more than 20 minutes in a game since December 19.
The addition of Augustin will give the Lakers a veteran presence in the backcourt. The Texas product has been in the league since the 2008 season and has played for a number of teams.
He played in 34 games for the Astros and averaged 5.4 points, 2.2 assists and 1.2 rebound while shooting an impressive 40.6 percent from three-point range.
It is that shooting that made Augustin attractive for Los Angeles, considering that he struggles from deep, and there are plenty of outside looks available when playing alongside Anthony Davis.
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