Bufkin agreed to a training camp contract with the Pelicans on Saturday, Will Guillory of The Athletic reports.
After averaging 21.3 points per game across three Summer League outings with the Pelicans, Bufkin is joining New Orleans for training camp and will compete for a spot on the regular-season roster. The 22-year-old guard appeared in 16 regular-season games (one start) with the Lakers in 2025-26, averaging 2.9 points in 7.4 minutes per tilt.