Last season ended unjustly for their Lakerswho were excluded from the first round of playoffsin spite of the acquisition of Luca Doncic through exchange.
One of the main causes of this moderate course was the lack of a high level center. LA’s team sent him Anthony Davies In Dallas to acquire “Luka Magic”, but he failed to replace him, staying with themselves Jaxon and Alexwhich are not solutions for a set that wants championships.
This year, therefore, the Lakers They do not want to repeat the same mistake, having prioritized the acquisition of a tall that can help the team become a title claim. In fact, according to a number of publications, their first goal is Brock Loganwhose contract with the Bucks was completed.
Despite his old age (37 years old), the experienced center could give the “Limenos” size, spacing but also great defensive contribution. Of course, the fact that he has previously fought in the groupbut also his knowledge of championship (Ring with the Bucks in 2021), make it a very good solution.
Indeed, reports point out that the Lakers’ GM, Rob Pelinkacontinues to prioritize Lopez, even though Diandrewho is much younger in age, was left free from their Blazers. The only ‘question mark’ for his former teammate Johnit is if it can make a whole whole season at such a high rate.
The season completed, the Lopez measured 13 points, 5 rebounds and 2 plugs On average with the Bucks. To the Lakers again competed in the 2017-18 season, counting 13 points and 4 rebounds per match.
Rob Pelinka Remains ‘Zeroed in’ On Brook Lopez, Despite Deandre Ayton Becoming A Free Agent, PER @ANthonyirwinla
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