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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

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Jun 13, 2022

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

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Jun 8, 2022

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

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May 30, 2022

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

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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

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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

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May 25, 2022

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 23: Joe Ingles #2 of the Utah Jazz shoots over Jordan Poole #3 of the Golden State Warriors during the first half of an NBA basketball game at Chase Center on January 23, 2022 in San Francisco, 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 Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)

3 best veteran shooters the Los Angeles Lakers can sign for the minimum

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May 23, 2022

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - NOVEMBER 23: Malik Monk #11 of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts in the second half against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden on November 23, 2021 in New York City. The New York Knicks defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 106-100. 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)

3 free agents who could be another Malik Monk for the Lakers

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May 20, 2022

CLEVELAND, OH - DECEMBER 11: Ricky Rubio #3 of the Cleveland Cavaliers plays against the Sacramento Kings during the second half at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse on December 11, 2021 in Cleveland, Ohio. The Cavaliers defeated the Kings 117-103. 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 Ron Schwane/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: 4 back-up point guards to pursue in free agency

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May 16, 2022

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3 players who have earned new contracts with the Los Angeles Lakers

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May 12, 2022

TORONTO, ON - MARCH 18: Dwight Howard #39 of the Los Angeles Lakers warms up ahead of their NBA game against the Toronto Raptors at Scotiabank Arena on March 18, 2022 in Toronto, Canada. 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 Cole Burston/Getty Images)

5 free-agent centers the Lakers could sign to replace Dwight Howard

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May 11, 2022

MIAMI, FLORIDA - APRIL 26: Victor Oladipo #4 of the Miami Heat goes up for a layup against the Atlanta Hawks during the second half in Game Five of the Eastern Conference First Round at FTX Arena on April 26, 2022 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)

2 boom or bust free agents the Los Angeles Lakers could sign this summer

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May 6, 2022

DETROIT, MICHIGAN - MARCH 21: Kris Dunn #18 of the Portland Trail Blazers handles the ball against the Detroit Pistons during the second quarter at Little Caesars Arena on March 21, 2022 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)

The Lakers can sign Alex Caruso 2.0 in free agency this summer

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Apr 25, 2022

PORTLAND, OREGON - MARCH 25: Kris Dunn # 18 of the Portland Trail Blazers looks on during the first half against the Houston Rockets at Moda Center on March 25, 2022 in Portland, Oregon. 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 Soobum Im/Getty Images)

3 minimum free agents that can bolster the Los Angeles Lakers defense

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Apr 21, 2022

HOUSTON, TX - DECEMBER 05: D.J. Augustin #14 of the Houston Rockets dribbles the ball during the game against the New Orleans Pelicans at Toyota Center on December 5, 2021 in Houston, Texas. 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 Bierens de Haan/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: 4 potential buyout targets to avoid at all costs

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Feb 16, 2022

NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - FEBRUARY 04: Tyreke Evans #12 of the Indiana Pacers stands on the court during the second half of a game against the Indiana Pacers at the Smoothie King Center on February 04, 2019 in New Orleans, Louisiana. The Indiana Pacers won the game 109 -107. 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)

3 reasons why the Los Angeles Lakers should sign Tyreke Evans

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Feb 15, 2022

DENVER, CO - FEBRUARY 06: DeAndre' Bembry #95 of the Brooklyn Nets drives against the Denver Nuggets at Ball Arena on February 6, 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 Jamie Schwaberow/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers must absolutely jump on this released Nets player

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Feb 11, 2022

MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - JANUARY 05: DeMarcus Cousins #15 of the Milwaukee Bucks shoots a jump shot during the first half of 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)

Why the Lakers won’t sign recently-released DeMarcus Cousins

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Jan 7, 2022

HOUSTON, TEXAS - NOVEMBER 29: Danuel House Jr. #4 of the Houston Rockets reacts against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Toyota Center on November 29, 2021 in Houston, Texas. 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 Carmen Mandato/Getty Images)

Danuel House makes absolutely no sense for the Los Angeles Lakers

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Dec 19, 2021

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

The Los Angeles Lakers best possible buyout target is no longer an option

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Dec 17, 2021

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - JANUARY 24: Kris Dunn #32 of the Chicago Bulls attempts a shot while being guarded by Harry III Giles #20 of the Sacramento Kings in the third quarter at the United Center on January 24, 2020 in Chicago, Illinois. 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 Dylan Buell/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: 2 waived players who would be great signings

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Oct 17, 2021

Sep 28, 2021; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Trevor Ariza (1) is photographed during media day at the UCLA Health and Training Center in El Segundo, Calif. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

Los Angeles Lakers: 2 players LA must call ASAP after Trevor Ariza injury

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Oct 8, 2021

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - JULY 10: General manager Rob Pelinka of the Los Angeles Lakers (L) talks with head coach Frank Vogel of the Los Angeles Lakers (R) during the 2019 Summer League at the Thomas & Mack Center on July 10, 2019 in Las Vegas, Nevada. 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: 3 offseason moves the Lakers could end up regretting

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Sep 30, 2021

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 30: James Ennis III #11 of the Orlando Magic reacts to a play during the fourth quarter against the Los Angeles Clippers at Staples Center on March 30, 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)

Los Angeles Lakers: Could James Ennis fill the 15th roster spot?

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Sep 27, 2021

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - JULY 10: General manager Rob Pelinka of the Los Angeles Lakers (L) talks with head coach Frank Vogel of the Los Angeles Lakers (R) during the 2019 Summer League at the Thomas & Mack Center on July 10, 2019 in Las Vegas, Nevada. 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: 3 wings that the Lakers could still sign

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Sep 24, 2021

Apr 12, 2021; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Mavericks guard JJ Redick (17) warms up before the game against the Philadelphia 76ers at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Los Angeles Lakers: Why JJ Redick no longer makes sense for LA

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Sep 20, 2021

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - JULY 10: General manager Rob Pelinka of the Los Angeles Lakers (L) talks with head coach Frank Vogel of the Los Angeles Lakers (R) during the 2019 Summer League at the Thomas & Mack Center on July 10, 2019 in Las Vegas, Nevada. 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: Most likely positions to be filled with last roster spot

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Sep 19, 2021

SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH - APRIL 03: James Ennis III #11 of the Orlando Magic calls out a play during the NBA game against the Utah Jazz at Vivint Smart Home Arena on April 3, 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: The only logical next move after trading Marc Gasol

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Sep 10, 2021

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