Year: 2021

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 20: Andre Iguodala #28 of the Miami Heat shoots a three point basket over LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers at Staples Center on February 20, 2021 in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Meg Oliphant/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: Free agents to pivot to after Andre Iguodala spurns LA

Los Angeles Lakers: 3 reasons to stay away from DeMarcus Cousins

Los Angeles Lakers: Why LA is the perfect fit for LaMarcus Aldridge

Los Angeles Lakers: 3 reasons why LA will blow the West out of the water

NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - MARCH 23: Dennis Schroder #17 of the Los Angeles Lakers stands on the court during the fourth quarter of an NBA game against the New Orleans Pelicans at Smoothie King Center on March 23, 2021 in New Orleans, Louisiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images)

Dennis Schroder in tough spot after rejecting lucrative offer from Lakers

LAKE BUENA VISTA, FLORIDA - AUGUST 29: LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers moves the ball against Carmelo Anthony #00 of the Portland Trail Blazers during the second quarter in Game Five of the Western Conference First Round during the 2020 NBA Playoffs at AdventHealth Arena at ESPN Wide World Of Sports Complex on August 29, 2020 in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: What each new free agent brings to the team

CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - MARCH 26: Malik Monk #1 of the Charlotte Hornets attempts to shoot the ball against the Miami Heat during the third quarter at Spectrum Center on March 26, 2021 in Charlotte, North Carolina. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jacob Kupferman/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: The 3 best free agency moves Rob Pelinka has made

MIAMI, FL - MAY 29: Andre Iguodala #28 of the Miami Heat celebrates after hitting a three point shot against the Milwaukee Bucks Game Four of the Eastern Conference first-round playoff series at American Airlines Arena on May 29, 2021 in Miami, Florida. (NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.(Photo by Eric Espada/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: 4 remaining free agents that have ties to the Lakers

May 25, 2021; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Alex Caruso (4) reacts against the Phoenix Suns during game two of the first round of the 2021 NBA Playoffs at Phoenix Suns Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

Los Angeles Lakers: 3 free agency mistakes Rob Pelinka has made

DENVER, CO - APRIL 28: Paul Millsap #4 of the Denver Nuggets walks toward the bench against the New Orleans Pelicans after the third quarter at Ball Arena on April 28, 2021 in Denver, Colorado. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by C. Morgan Engel/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: 3 free-agent power forwards to still pursue

LAKE BUENA VISTA, FLORIDA - OCTOBER 04: Dwight Howard #39 of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts during the first half against the Miami Heat in Game Three of the 2020 NBA Finals at AdventHealth Arena at ESPN Wide World Of Sports Complex on October 04, 2020 in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: Why re-signing Dwight Howard was so smart

CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - MAY 07: Malik Monk #1 of the Charlotte Hornets brings the ball up court against the Orlando Magic during their game at Spectrum Center on May 07, 2021 in Charlotte, North Carolina. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jacob Kupferman/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: Why signing Malik Monk was a great move

CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - APRIL 18: Carmelo Anthony #00 of the Portland Trail Blazers brings the ball up court against the Charlotte Hornets at Spectrum Center on April 18, 2021 in Charlotte, North Carolina. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jacob Kupferman/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: Why LA should avoid signing Carmelo Anthony

MIAMI, FLORIDA - MAY 13: Dwight Howard #39 of the Philadelphia 76ers in action against the Miami Heat during the first quarter at American Airlines Arena on May 13, 2021 in Miami, Florida. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: Ranking the day one signings by potential impact

NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - FEBRUARY 24: Wayne Ellington #8 of the Detroit Pistons shoots against the New Orleans Pelicans during the first half at the Smoothie King Center on February 24, 2021 in New Orleans, Louisiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jonathan Bachman/Getty Images)

Lakers free agency grades: Bringing back Wayne Ellington

CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - APRIL 13: Alex Caruso #4 of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts after making a 3 point shot late in the 4th quarter against the Charlotte Hornets during their game at Spectrum Center on April 13, 2021 in Charlotte, North Carolina. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jacob Kupferman/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: 3 defensive free agents that help replace Alex Caruso

SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH - FEBRUARY 24: Alex Caruso #4 of the Los Angeles Lakers in action during a game against the Utah Jazz at Vivint Smart Home Arena on February 24, 2021 in Salt Lake City, Utah. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Alex Goodlett/Getty Images)

The Lakers will not be able to come close to replacing Alex Caruso

LAKE BUENA VISTA, FLORIDA - AUGUST 22: Dwight Howard #39 of the Los Angeles Lakers scores over Jusuf Nurkic #27 of the Portland Trail Blazers during the second half of Game Three of the first round of the playoffs between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Portland Trail Blazers at the AdventHealth Arena at the ESPN Wide World Of Sports Complex on August 22, 2020 in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ashley Landis-Pool/Getty Images)

Lakers free agency grades: LA brings back Dwight Howard

Jan 1, 2020; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka looks on during warm up for the game against the Phoenix Suns at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

Why the Los Angeles Lakers cannot use the Mid-Level Exception

PHOENIX, ARIZONA - DECEMBER 18: Talen Horton-Tucker #5 of the Los Angeles Lakers handles the ball during the first half of the NBA preseason game against the Phoenix Suns at Talking Stick Resort Arena on December 18, 2020 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

Why re-signing Talen Horton-Tucker is so important for the Lakers

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - APRIL 10: Dennis Schroder #17 of the Los Angeles Lakers leaves the court after he is ejected from the game in the third quarter against the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center on April 10, 2021 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City.NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)

The Los Angeles Lakers might not be done with big moves quite yet

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 07: Anthony Davis #3 and LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers shake hands prior to a game against the San Antonio Spurs at Staples Center on January 07, 2021 in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: Ranking every LeBron James-centered big 3

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 13: Kevin Love #0 of the Cleveland Cavaliers hugs LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers after a game at Staples Center on January 13, 2020 in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: Why Kevin Love is bound to be a Laker soon

WASHINGTON, DC - JANUARY 31: Russell Westbrook #4 of the Washington Wizards dribbles against the Brooklyn Nets during the second half at Capital One Arena on January 31, 2021 in Washington, DC. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Will Newton/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: 3 former Russell Westbrook teammates to sign

WASHINGTON, DC - APRIL 26: DeMar DeRozan #10 of the San Antonio Spurs dribbles the ball against Russell Westbrook #4 of the Washington Wizards in the second half at Capital One Arena on April 26, 2021 in Washington, DC. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Patrick McDermott/Getty Images)

Why the Los Angeles Lakers definitely aren’t signing DeMar DeRozan

Apr 30, 2021; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Washington Wizards guard Russell Westbrook (4) drives to the basket in the third quarter against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-USA TODAY Sports

Los Angeles Lakers: Laker fans debate the Russell Westbrook trade

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MARCH 02: Russell Westbrook #0 of the Houston Rockets in action against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden on March 02, 2020 in New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. New York Knicks defeated the Houston Rockets 125-123. (Photo by Mike Stobe/Getty Images)

What other Lakers have worn Russell Westbrook’s no. 0 jersey

DETROIT, MICHIGAN - FEBRUARY 26: Buddy Hield #24 of the Sacramento Kings looks on against the Detroit Pistons during the first quarter at Little Caesars Arena on February 26, 2021 in Detroit, Michigan. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Nic Antaya/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: Why the Lakers aren’t trading for Buddy Hield