Robbie Avila Signs Exhibit 10 Deal With the Lakers After Going Undrafted

Robbie Avila, the Saint Louis college standout known for his viral nicknames and goggles, did not get selected in the 2026 NBA Draft, but he is heading to the Los Angeles Lakers anyway. According to DraftExpress reporter Jon Chepkevich, the 25 June 2026 agreement gives Avila an opportunity to prove himself in the Lakers’ summer program and training camp.

Avila became one of the biggest sensations in U.S. college basketball over the past two seasons. In his most recent NCAA season, he averaged 12.6 points, 4.6 rebounds and 4.1 assists per game, and shot 41% from three-point range. His build and signature protective glasses turned him into a cult figure among college basketball fans.

American coverage has compared him, at least stylistically, to Nikola Jokic, noting that he is not an explosive athlete but has exceptional skills. The Lakers are giving him an Exhibit 10 contract, a non-guaranteed one-year minimum-salary deal that can become a pathway to the team’s G League affiliate if he does not make the NBA roster.

U.S. analysts said his defensive ability at the NBA level is still a major question, while his offensive skill set could earn him a real chance. The move is viewed as a worthwhile gamble for Los Angeles and a major next step for Avila.