The Lakers have not been able to promote any trades before this year's trade deadline, and considering the lack of team lineup strength, the Lakers do need to continue to strengthen the team. However, the Lakers can still make a move in the buyout market.
So which players can the Lakers target in the buyout market? American media Brett Siegel gave the following advice:
Tristan Thompson, Pacers
With Jordan Jr. and Howard neither matching Vogel's tactical needs, Davis became the only interior player the Lakers could rely on. Because of this, the Lakers do need to strengthen the depth of the interior, but the question is whether an interior fighter like Tristan Thompson can fit the Lakers.
To be honest, the most important reason why the Lakers can't use Howard is that the interior line is too crowded when Westbrook is on the floor, so what the Lakers really need is a player who can open space and have the ability to solidly protect the frame. In addition to Anthony Davis, the Lakers need another interior player who can do this, but Tristan Thompson will not be an ideal candidate.
Gary Harris, Magic
In addition to the interior, the Lakers' backcourt also needs to continue to strengthen, and it is reported that the Magic may reach a buyout contract with Gary Harris, and Harris will definitely be the right person for the Lakers. Even if the Lakers can't push for a Terence Rose deal, if they can sign a tough player like Gary Harris in the buyout market, it will be a good addition to the Lakers' backcourt.
Golan Dragic, Spurs
After being sent to the Spurs, Dragic was considered a player who could reach a buyout contract with the team. For the Lakers, in the absence of Nunn, Dragic can still become an influential backcourt player in the team, and Dragic is also a player who helped the Heat reach the 2020 Finals.
In terms of personal ability, Dragic's shots, assists and dribble points will all be the weapons that the Lakers need on the bench.