Trade & Free Agency 2026/2027

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The Lakers offseason will be interesting.  They are a good team with a super star.  I feel like they got the most out of the team last year (injuries withstanding).  It is tricky to do what they are trying to do though...even with a desirable location.   With what they did last offseason they had success but now there is limited solid ground with the guys they signed who are now open to look at new locations.   With limited free agency this also causes some concern.   I assume they will be able to build a roster like last year or better, but will they be able to build a true contender.  I think the pieces have to be added soon imo.

Smart was pretty good last year.  I thought it could go either way, but he had a solid season.  The injuries have to be factored in though.    What can the Rockets offer.   If it is 5-6 million-ish that is something the Lakers will probably have no problem matching.   Can they get higher and multiple years?   That may be more challenging.   I read they could look to move DFS to create more room.  Not sure if that is accurate.   

For the Rockets, I get the appeal of Smart but man that team has enough problems scoring as is.   While Smart could help, he could also be another DFS miss if he can't stay healthy.

Feels like the Lakers best case scenario is Lu Dort and Mitchell Robinson.  They both fit but not sure it makes them a contender.