Lakers shooting guard Wayne Ellington has reportedly taken a leave of absence from the team after his father was shot and killed on Sunday night in Philadelphia.
Wayne Ellington's dad was shot and killed in Philadelphia Sunday night, per Lakers. Ellington has been granted a leave of absence.
— Jeff Zillgitt (@JeffZillgitt) November 11, 2014
Details are still emerging but this is very sad news. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Ellington and his entire family.