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Lakers Free Agency

WASHINGTON, DC - FEBRUARY 25: Lonnie Walker IV #1 of the San Antonio Spurs dribbles against Rui Hachimura #8 of the Washington Wizards during the first quarter at Capital One Arena on February 25, 2022 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 Rob Carr/Getty Images)

Grading the Los Angeles Lakers signing of Lonnie Walker IV

Jonny Camer

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Jul 6, 2022

Lakers should sign this former draft target after being waived by Grizzlies

Jason Reed

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Jul 5, 2022

Why signing Thomas Bryant makes perfect sense for the Lakers

James Francuz

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Jul 4, 2022

Lakers now have a dream young free-agent targets thanks to Thunder

Jason Reed

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Jul 4, 2022

WASHINGTON, DC - MARCH 01: Thomas Bryant #13 of the Washington Wizards hangs on the rim after dunking in front of Hamidou Diallo #6 of the Detroit Pistons during the second half at Capital One Arena on March 1, 2022 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 Scott Taetsch/Getty Images)

3 free agents under 25 the Los Angeles Lakers could sign

Jason Reed

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Jul 2, 2022

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - DECEMBER 31: Talen Horton-Tucker #5 of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts to a play with referee Derrick Collins #11 during the second quarter against the Portland Trail Blazers at Crypto.com Arena on December 31, 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 Katelyn Mulcahy/Getty Images)

Why the Lakers’ signings make it easier to trade Talen Horton-Tucker

Jason Reed

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Jul 2, 2022

Mar 26, 2022; Portland, Oregon, USA; Houston Rockets point guard Dennis Schroder (17) dribbles the ball while defended by Portland Trail Blazers shooting guard CJ Elleby (16) during the second half at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

3 former Lakers the team should now pursue in free agency

Nick Halden

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Jul 1, 2022

Jan 23, 2022; Miami, Florida, USA; Los Angeles Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka sits court side prior to the game between the Miami Heat and Los Angeles Lakers at FTX Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports

2 free agents the Lakers may regret missing out on from day 1 of FA

Jason Reed

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Jul 1, 2022

LAKE BUENA VISTA, FLORIDA - AUGUST 08: T.J. Warren #1 of the Indiana Pacers drives against Kyle Kuzma #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers during the third quarter at HP Field House at ESPN Wide World Of Sports Complex on August 8, 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)

5 free agents the Lakers should sign after day 1 free agency frenzy

Jason Reed

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Jul 1, 2022

NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - MARCH 02: Damian Jones #30 of the Sacramento Kings shoots over Brandon Ingram #14 of the New Orleans Pelicans during the third quarter of an NBA game at Smoothie King Center on March 02, 2022 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)

Grading the Los Angeles Lakers signing of Damian Jones

Jonny Camer

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Jun 30, 2022

SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 20: De'Aaron Fox #5 of the Sacramento Kings looks on during the game against the Phoenix Suns at Golden 1 Center on March 20, 2022 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 Lachlan Cunningham/Getty Images)

Kings may potentially steal two perfect free agents from the Lakers

Jason Reed

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Jun 30, 2022

Jun 6, 2022; El Segundo, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka speaks after introducing new head coach Darvin Ham at UCLA Health Training Center Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports

Lakers’ potential interest in washed veteran is a nightmare for fans

Jason Reed

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Jun 30, 2022

CLEVELAND, OHIO - APRIL 10: Moses Brown #6 of the Cleveland Cavaliers tries to box out Thanasis Antetokounmpo #43 of the Milwaukee Bucks during the third quarter at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse on April 10, 2022 in Cleveland, Ohio. The Cavaliers defeated the Bucks 133-115. 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 Jason Miller/Getty Images)

Lakers have a new promising young free-agent target thanks to Cavaliers

Jason Reed

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Jun 29, 2022

EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA - JUNE 06: Los Angeles Lakers Head Coach Darvin Ham enters with Vice President of Basketball Operations Rob Pelinka before the introductory press conference at UCLA Health Training Center on June 06, 2022 in El Segundo, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)

4 burning questions for the Los Angeles Lakers before free agency

Ed Schrenzel

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Jun 29, 2022

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 27: Malik Monk #11 of the Los Angeles Lakers and Carmelo Anthony #7 of the Los Angeles Lakers look on against the New Orleans Pelicans during the first half at Crypto.com Arena on February 27, 2022 in Los Angeles, California. The New Orleans Pelicans won 123-95. (Photo by Michael Owens/Getty Images)

Predicting where each Lakers free agent lands this offseason

Jason Reed

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Jun 29, 2022

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - APRIL 17: Kyrie Irving #11 of the Brooklyn Nets and Kevin Durant #7 look on during the first quarter of Round 1 Game 1 of the 2022 NBA Eastern Conference Playoffs against the Boston Celtics at TD Garden on April 17, 2022 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)

Lakers: 4 best free-agent point guards to sign after missing on Kyrie, Wall

Jason Reed

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Jun 28, 2022

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 03: Isaiah Hartenstein #55 of the Los Angeles Clippers looks on ahead of the game against the Los Angeles Lakers at Crypto.com Arena on February 03, 2022 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)

Clippers may have just given the Lakers a great free-agent target

Jason Reed

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Jun 28, 2022

LOS ANGELES, CA - FEBRUARY 18: Kevin Hart (L) introduces the players and Victor Oladipo enters at the 67th NBA All-Star Game: Team LeBron Vs. Team Stephen at Staples Center on February 18, 2018 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Kevin Mazur/WireImage)

The Los Angeles Lakers should sign this former all-star

Jonny Camer

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Jun 25, 2022

ATLANTA, GEORGIA - JANUARY 26: Kevin Knox II #5 of the Atlanta Hawks loses a rebound out of bounds against the Sacramento Kings during the second half at State Farm Arena on January 26, 2022 in Atlanta, Georgia. 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)

4 recent lottery picks the Lakers can sign in free agency

Jason Reed

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Jun 19, 2022

EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA - JUNE 06: New head coach of the Los Angeles Lakers Darvin Ham speaks to the media during a press conference at UCLA Health Training Center on June 06, 2022 in El Segundo, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)

2 elite defensive guards the Lakers can sign for the minimum

Jason Reed

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Jun 17, 2022

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 03: Anthony Davis #3 of the Los Angeles Lakers shoots a free throw against the Los Angeles Clippers at Crypto.com Arena on February 03, 2022 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: 3 back-up power forwards to pursue in free agency

Jason Reed

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Jun 14, 2022

CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - NOVEMBER 01: Collin Sexton #2 of the Cleveland Cavaliers looks on during their game against the Charlotte Hornets at Spectrum Center on November 01, 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)

Collin Sexton could be a great addition to the Lakers… at what cost?

Jonny Camer

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Jun 13, 2022

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - MAY 23: Victor Oladipo #4 of the Miami Heat argues with a referee against the Boston Celtics during the second quarter in Game Four of the 2022 NBA Playoffs Eastern Conference Finals at TD Garden on May 23, 2022 in Boston, Massachusetts. 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)

Lakers: Pass or pursue 3 proposed sleeper free agents

Jason Reed

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Jun 13, 2022

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 27: Russell Westbrook #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts prior to a game against the New Orleans Pelicans at Crypto.com Arena on February 27, 2022 in Los Angeles, California. The New Orleans Pelicans won 123-95. (Photo by Michael Owens/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: Free-agent targets to complement Russell Westbrook

Jason Reed

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Jun 8, 2022

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - DECEMBER 23: Russell Westbrook #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers waits for a free throw during the game against the San Antonio Spurs at Staples Center on December 23, 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2021 NBAE (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)

Lakers: 3 free agents who can be contingency plans for Russell Westbrook

Jason Reed

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May 30, 2022

MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - JANUARY 05: Darvin Ham Assistant Coach of the Milwaukee Bucks talks with Wesley Matthews #23 of the Milwaukee Bucks during the game against the Toronto Raptors at Fiserv Forum on January 05, 2022 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Raptors defeated the Bucks 117-111. 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 John Fisher/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: 6 potential free-agent targets with ties to Darvin Ham

Jason Reed

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May 29, 2022

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - FEBRUARY 17: LaMarcus Aldridge #21 of the Brooklyn Nets reacts against the Washington Wizards during the first half at Barclays Center on February 17, 2022 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 Adam Hunger/Getty Images)

7 veteran free agents the Los Angeles Lakers should avoid at all costs

Jason Reed

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May 25, 2022

DENVER, CO - FEBRUARY 14: Gary Harris #14 of the Orlando Magic shoots over Bones Hyland #3 of the Denver Nuggets at Ball Arena on February 14, 2022 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 Ethan Mito/Clarkson Creative/Getty Images)

Gary Harris presents a unique offseason target for the Lakers

Jonny Camer

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May 25, 2022

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