The head coach of the Los Angeles Lakers Frank Vogel shared his thoughts on the future of newcomer Andre Drummond with the team.

Drummond is set to make his debut with the Lakers on Wednesday against the Milwaukee Bucks and Vogel is hopeful the big man will remain with the team long term.

“Vogel says the hope is that Drummond will be sticking around long-term,” Lakers Nation reports.

Drummond shared his excitement after his first practice with the Lakers and is ready to play for the first time after February 12.