07-02-2025, 06:50 PM
Lakers biggest need now is a point of attack defender that would replace Rui in the starting line-up, either moving him on the bench or being part of the trade. I expect this to be covered with a trade. Some low end targets could be Smart or Mann. Players for expiring deals and minimum assets. Thybulle would be nice, but I wouldn't pay much, while Portland would probably demand much. Someone like Herb Jones would be a high end ideal target. Not likely of course.
Second need is the back-up center. I expect this to be covered with BAE. Either signing a player (Horford would be a huge steal) or trading some back-up like often mentioned Nick Richards into that space.
Second need is the back-up center. I expect this to be covered with BAE. Either signing a player (Horford would be a huge steal) or trading some back-up like often mentioned Nick Richards into that space.