Year: 2021

LAKE BUENA VISTA, FLORIDA - AUGUST 22: LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers slaps hands with Head coach Frank Vogel of the Los Angeles Lakers in the second half in 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 Kim Klement-Pool/Getty Images)

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Looking back on Lamar Odom and his time with the Los Angeles Lakers

Mar 2, 2021; Los Angeles, California, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) moves in for a basket against Los Angeles Lakers guard Dennis Schroder (17) forward Markieff Morris (88) and forward LeBron James (23) during the first half at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports

Los Angeles Lakers: What to learn from remaining playoff teams

SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH - FEBRUARY 24: Marc Gasol #14 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)

Los Angeles Lakers: It makes no sense to get rid of Marc Gasol

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 20: Kyle Kuzma #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers looks on during the game against the Miami Heat 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: Kyle Kuzma is too inconsistent to warrant keeping him

LOS ANGELES, CA - JUNE 06: Kristaps Porzingis #6 of the Dallas Mavericks defends against Marcus Morris Sr. #8 of the Los Angeles Clippers during the first half of Game Seven of the Western Conference first round series at Staples Center on June 6, 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 Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)

Why the Los Angeles Lakers do not need Kristaps Porzingis

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 26: Dennis Schroder #17 of the Los Angeles Lakers passes during a 102-93 Lakers win over the Portland Trail Blazers at Staples Center on February 26, 2021 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: 3 free agents that fit better than Dennis Schroder

PHILADELPHIA, PA - MARCH 20: Dwight Howard #39 of the Philadelphia 76ers dribbles the ball against Hassan Whiteside #20 of the Sacramento Kings at the Wells Fargo Center on March 20, 2021 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The 76ers defeated the Kings 129-105. 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 Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: Ranking the cheap free-agent center options

SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 20: Kent Bazemore #26 of the Sacramento Kings reacts to a fast break basket by Buddy Hield #24 during the second half against the Memphis Grizzlies at Golden 1 Center on February 20, 2020 in Sacramento, 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 Daniel Shirey/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: 3 reasons to trade for Buddy Hield

LAKE BUENA VISTA, FLORIDA - AUGUST 18: Head coach Frank Vogel and LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers walk on the court during a timeout due to a goal being knocked out of position during action against the Portland Trail Blazers in the first half in Game 1 of Round 1 of the NBA Playoffs at AdventHealth Arena at ESPN Wide World Of Sports Complex on August 18, 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)

Los Angeles Lakers: Constructing the dream offseason

ORLANDO, FL - APRIL 18: Kelly Olynyk #41 of the Houston Rockets demands a ref challenge against the Orlando Magic at Amway Center on April 18, 2021 in Orlando, 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 Alex Menendez/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: The best free agent to sign at each position

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Los Angeles Lakers: 30 greatest scorers in franchise history

LOS ANGELES, CA - MAY 02: Kyle Lowry #7 of the Toronto Raptors loses control of the ball as he collides with Kentavious Caldwell-Pope #1 of the Los Angeles Lakers in the first half at Staples Center on May 2, 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 Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: 3 reasons why Kyle Lowry could be a Laker

CLEVELAND, OHIO - MAY 12: Jarrett Allen #31 of the Cleveland Cavaliers smiles prior to their game against the Boston Celtics at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse on May 12, 2021 in Cleveland, Ohio. The Cleveland Cavaliers won 102-94. 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 Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: How LA can pull off a sign-and-trade for Jarrett Allen

Magic Johnson rookie card (Photo by: Stephen Dunn/Getty Images)

Lakers: Why point guard is the most important position this offseason

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JUNE 15: Kevin Durant #7 of the Brooklyn Nets attempts a shot against P.J. Tucker #17 of the Milwaukee Bucks in Game Five of the Second Round of the 2021 NBA Playoffs at Barclays Center on June 15, 2021 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. (Photo by Steven Ryan/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: Free agents to target from final 4 playoff teams

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: 5 free agents to sign on a veteran’s minimum deal

PHOENIX, ARIZONA - MARCH 21: Chris Paul #3 of the Phoenix Suns drives the ball against the Los Angeles Lakers during the second half of the NBA game at Phoenix Suns Arena on March 21, 2021 in Phoenix, Arizona. 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 Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

Lakers: Magic Johnson expresses frustration about 2011 Chris Paul trade

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - JANUARY 27: LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers tries to pass over Ben Simmons #25 of the Philadelphia 76ers at Wells Fargo Center on January 27, 2021 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. 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 Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)

Should the Los Angeles Lakers buy low on Ben Simmons via trade?

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MARCH 08: Spencer Dinwiddie #26 of the Brooklyn Nets reacts against the Chicago Bulls in the second half at Barclays Center on March 08, 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. (Photo by Steven Ryan/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: 3 early targets for the mid-level exception

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - MARCH 12: Kelly Olynyk #9 of the Miami Heat looks to pass against Lauri Markkanen #24 of the Chicago Bulls at the United Center on March 12, 2021 in Chicago, Illinois. The Heat defeated the Bulls 101-90. 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 Daniel/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: Kelly Olynyk should be a free-agent target

PHOENIX, ARIZONA - MAY 25: Devin Booker #1 of the Phoenix Suns handles the ball against Kyle Kuzma #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers during the first half of Game Two of the Western Conference first-round playoff series at Phoenix Suns Arena on May 25, 2021 in Phoenix, Arizona. 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 Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: 3 stars who resemble Kobe more than Devin Booker

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 12: Ja Morant #12 of the Memphis Grizzlies looks to pass the ball defended by Marc Gasol #14 and Dennis Schroder #17 of the Los Angeles Lakers at Staples Center on February 12, 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: Grading last offseason’s additions

DURHAM, NORTH CAROLINA - FEBRUARY 22: Matthew Hurt #21 of the Duke Blue Devils shoots over Isaiah Wilkins #1 of the Virginia Tech Hokies during the second half of their game at Cameron Indoor Stadium on February 22, 2020 in Durham, North Carolina. (Photo by Grant Halverson/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: 3 players to trade into the second round for

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

Los Angeles Lakers: Who should stay and who should go this offseason?

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: 3 low-risk, high-reward free agents to sign