The Lakers are targeting many players before the deadline, still hoping to improve their roster. Rob Pelinka could also temporize for the summer, to allow himself to recruit a big star, while offloading the contract of Russell Westbrook. A name comes up with insistence in the City of Angels…
The arrival of Rui Hachimura did not satisfy fans on the Lakers side. For many supporters, Rob Pelinka must absolutely roll up his sleeves by the deadline, where the Angelinos will not be able to compete with the best teams in the West. A rather difficult observation, especially since Anthony Davis has made his return. It is however clear that the doubts are still numerous for the men of Darvin Ham.
Worst-case scenario, the Lakers may be ruining another LeBron James year, and at 38, that’s not forgiving. This is why the front office continues to probe the market, in the hope of finding the rare pearl. A darling of the King has also been mentionedbut it is another star that is very popular in the City of Angels…
Possible major arrival for the Lakers?
For that, you have to look at the Bulls. The franchise is off to a poor start to the season, still far from securing a place in the playoffs by April. And even if that happens, one wonders what Zach LaVine’s teammates can accomplish. It’s no coincidence that the Lakers are monitoring their situation closely according to Zach Lowe, who works for ESPN.
Zach Lowe: “I’m even going to add this on this subject: the Lakers have been watching the Bulls closely since September actually. Since September, the Lakers say to themselves “we will see if this team will explode its roster during the season, see what happens if that happens. And you don’t have to be a surgeon to figure out that since September, that means DeRozan. »
Besides LaVine, who is generating some interest in the market, DeRozan is the one unleashing the franchises in the event of a departure. It must be said that the talent of the back is no longer to be proven, as well as his contribution at mid-distance and his constant threat on the floor. A very pleasing profile for the Pourpre et Or, even if LaVine remains a credible lead according to Ramona Shelburne:
Ramona Shelburne: “I remain convinced that the Lakers are a team to watch if Zach LaVine becomes available. Teams looking for another creator, a guy who can score. But he’s younger, and it’s going to cost a lot of money…”
Zach LaVine and DeMar DeRozan could soon become free, especially since the Bulls are on the verge of explosion. If that happens, the Lakers will be on the spot, but the competition promises to be strong in such cases. The deadline could ignite by February 9.
