Matt Blewett-Imagn Images Dorian Finney-Smith’s contract details make the Lakers’ decision not to re-sign him look even worse…albeit with a major caveat. The Lakers’ decision to allow Dorian Finney-Smith to walk for nothing in free agency rubbed many fans the wrong way. After all, is that the message they should be sending to Luka Dončić only a few weeks before he … [Read more...] about Why the Lakers couldn’t pony up for Dorian Finney-Smith
Darius Bazley isn’t the answer for the Lakers, but he provides a blueprint for the solution
Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images Darius Bazley showcased his athleticism and length in the first two summer league games, providing an example of what the Lakers should be looking for. Summer League is a place for quick reactions. The free-flowing, pick-up game environment can lead to short clips of impressive plays. In this style, players with NBA experience … [Read more...] about Darius Bazley isn’t the answer for the Lakers, but he provides a blueprint for the solution
Reacts: Have the Lakers done enough this offseason?
Photo by David Sherman/NBAE via Getty Images The Lakers added Deandre Ayton, Jake LaRavia and brought back key players this summer, but is that enough improvement from last season? Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NBA. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Los Angeles Lakers fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to … [Read more...] about Reacts: Have the Lakers done enough this offseason?
The Lakers seem like a longshot to potentially sign Bradley Beal
Photo by Harry How/Getty Images While they are in the mix, it looks like the Lakers will be an underdog to sign Bradley Beal if he’s bought out by the Suns. The Lakers were the beneficiary of one expected buyout this summer in Deandre Ayton, but it seems unlikely that lightning will strike twice. The Phoenix Suns are one of the more fascinating teams to monitor in the … [Read more...] about The Lakers seem like a longshot to potentially sign Bradley Beal
Dalton Knecht, Darius Bazley power fourth quarter rally to beat Spurs
Dalton and Darius ignites in the fourth to guide the Lakers to a big win over the San Antonio Spurs on Tuesday night. The Lakers rallied in the fourth quarter on Tuesday behind a Dalton Knecht heater to beat the Spurs, 89-88. LA trailed by as many as 14 points in the fourth quarter but stormed back after Knecht caught fire. After a relatively slow start, Knecht finished with … [Read more...] about Dalton Knecht, Darius Bazley power fourth quarter rally to beat Spurs