As we outlined in our free agency primer and our podcast on potential plans once July 1st hits, the Lakers’ plan to chase stars in the summer of 2018 impacts what they can do in free agency this summer. When you need every spare penny to sign two max salary players a year from now, […]
Free Agents
Lakers 2017 Free Agency Primer
I’m going to be completely honest here. I’ve little clue what to think about the Lakers as they head into this free agency period. Teams can start to come to agreements with players in just four days and, really, that should be an something to get excited about — especially for a team like the […]
The Lakers and Projecting the Market for 2017 Free Agents
With the Lakers’ season over and the new front office frequently emphasizing free agency as a means to strengthen the team, fans have been focused on ways to create more cap room and targeting potential free agent targets. This may just be my impression, but it sounded like the primary justification for hiring Pelinka was […]
Lakers Sign Metta World Peace, Thomas Robinson to Training Camp Roster
We recently told you the Lakers had upped their training camp roster to 18 via the signing of 3 players. Well, their camp roster is now up to 20 after the additions of Metta World Peace and Thomas Robinson according to Shams Charania of The Vertical. Before we get to the merits of each player, […]
Lakers Make Tarik Black Re-Signing Official
In a deal long ago reported as done, the Lakers have officially announced the re-signing of big man Tarik Black. From the team’s press release: “Tarik is a player whose strengths are well-suited for the style of play we envision for our team going forward,” said Kupchak. “He plays the game with a mix of […]
Lakers Make Yi Jianlian Signing Official
The Lakers made the long discussed Yi Jianlian signing official today. From their press release: “We’re excited to have a player of his worldwide accomplishments,” said Kupchak. “We look forward to bringing him to training camp and hopefully having him make an impact on our team.” Yi, who hails from the Guangdong Province in China, […]
Yi Jianlian Deal to the Lakers Looking More Real (and Expensive)
After a Marc Stein report Tuesday evening stated the Lakers and former lottery pick Yi Jianlian were in advanced talks, there are now reports coming out of China that the deal is done. Our thoughts on how Jianlian fits on the Lakers haven’t really changed — the skill set is solid and a role could […]
Report: Lakers Looking to Bring Yi Jianlian Back to the NBA
Remember back in the summer of 2013 when the Lakers took gambles on former first round picks to see if those guys could revive their careers in Los Angeles? Kobe had just torn his achilles and Dwight Howard had just walked without compensation so the team turned to guys who were called busts or never […]
Robert Sacre Gets Camp Invite from the Pelicans
During his exit interview after the season, Robert Sacre said he wanted to return to the Lakers next season. As the only NBA team he’d ever played for, Sacre said he was comfortable in Los Angeles, loved the city and the fans of the team, and did not want to uproot his family. Well, despite […]
Lakers Make Marcelo Huertas Signing Official
The Lakers officially announced they have re-signed point guard Marcelo Huertas. From their press release: “Marcelo’s understanding of the game, unselfishness, and professionalism are assets to our team and he has an uncanny ability to change the pace of the game,” said Kupchak. “He’s fundamentally solid but also has a flair and excitement to his […]