Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images If the Lakers opt to address their need at center in the aggregate, a big like Goga Bitadze could be a viable piece. With the need for a center being the big, looming question over the summer for the Lakers, we’ll be taking a look at a number of potential targets, both via free agency or trade. Today, we continue with Magic big man Goga … [Read more...] about Is Goga Bitadze the analytics darling the Lakers need at center?
Alex Caruso says Thunder title was ‘much harder’ than 2020 Lakers title
Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images Now that Alex Caruso has two titles to compare, he says winning one with the Thunder was more challenging than doing so with the Lakers. Regardless of who would win Game 7 of the NBA Finals between Indiana and OKC, a former baby Laker was going to be crowned champion. The Thunder ended up defeating the Pacers on Sunday, securing OKC's first … [Read more...] about Alex Caruso says Thunder title was ‘much harder’ than 2020 Lakers title
2025 NBA mock draft roundup: Should Lakers select Vladislav Goldin?
Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images The Lakers need center depth, and Michigan big Vladislav Goldin could help bolster L.A.’s frontcourt. The NBA Finals concluded on Sunday, and the league now quickly pivots to this week’s draft. The Lakers might not have a top pick, but they will be selecting a player at No. 55. Last year, they had the same position and took Bronny James. Can … [Read more...] about 2025 NBA mock draft roundup: Should Lakers select Vladislav Goldin?
LeBron James returns to the court for first time since MCL injury
Bill Streicher-Imagn Images LeBron James’ recovery from his MCL injury is going well as he is putting in some offseason work on the court again. In Los Angeles’ final playoff game, they not only lost to the Wolves in Game 5, but LeBron James suffered a Grade 2 MCL sprain. In a recent episode of his “Mind the Game” podcast, LeBron described the injury as a “pain he … [Read more...] about LeBron James returns to the court for first time since MCL injury
Should the Lakers use the No. 55 pick for a player on a two-way deal?
Photo by Kostas Lymperopoulos/NBAE via Getty Images Given the need for win-now players, should the Lakers look to get creative with the No. 55 pick in this year’s NBA Draft? Of the flaws the Lakers roster has had in recent seasons, one of the under-discussed shortcomings was the end of the bench. A mixture of young, developing prospects and vets on minimum deals left … [Read more...] about Should the Lakers use the No. 55 pick for a player on a two-way deal?