Report: Free-agent guard C.J. Miles leaning toward signing with Lakers

A source tells Brian T. Smith of the Salt Lake Tribune that free-agent guard C.J. Miles has a number of suitors, but that at the moment he favors the Los Angeles Lakers.

C.J. Miles continues to explore free agent options and has narrowed decision to a few teams. Could sign in next 2-3 days.—
Brian T. Smith (@tribjazz) July 31, 2012

C.J. Miles considering signing one or two-year deal with Lakers, source says, likely for mini mid-level.—
Brian T. Smith (@tribjazz) July 31, 2012

Miles' other options are strong, but Lakers have current edge.—
Brian T. Smith (@tribjazz) July 31, 2012

Miles, 25, has spent his entire seven-year career with the Utah Jazz, who drafted him out of high school in 2005. He averaged 12.8 points two seasons ago but otherwise has never been in double figures, scoring 9.1 per game this past season.

However, Miles’ athleticism and defensive skills are also above average, making him a valuable reserve even if he is not a high-volume scorer.