We have to admit that after a series of recruitment and reinforcement operations in the offseason, the Lakers have indeed ushered in a major change in the overall roster configuration!
However, despite this, the outside world has mixed reviews of the Lakers, and they are not even optimistic about the Lakers' performance in the new season.
After all, after experiencing preseason setbacks, this new Lakers team has indeed exposed a lot of shortcomings and shortcomings!
Judging from the current situation, with the opening game approaching, the Lakers' current 15+2 roster is basically finalized, and it seems that there is no room for continued reinforcement and reinforcement.
But rationally speaking, once the team's record in the new season is not good, we can't blindly conclude whether the Lakers will vacate the roster by layoffs in the middle of the season and re-recruit and strengthen!
In this regard, the US media "FW" has also recently re-analyzed and evaluated the potential recruitment and reinforcement plans of the Lakers.
AT THE SAME TIME, REPORTER LEE TRAN SUGGESTED THAT BEFORE THE DOOR TO FREE AGENCY IS CLOSED, THE LAKERS MAY BE ABLE TO PURSUE 5 FREE AGENTS!
In the list of 5 people recommended by the US media "FW" to strengthen the Lakers, Warcraft Dwight Howard, who played for the Lakers last season, was not selected and unfortunately out.
1. DeMarcus Cousins
Helping the Nuggets make the playoffs last season, Cousins averaged 11 minutes per game in the playoffs, with 10.6 points, 3.4 rebounds and 1.2 assists.
Although the 32-year-old Cousins is past his peak due to injury, Cousins' fuel tank is clearly not completely bottomed out!
For the Lakers, as long as Cousins can accept the role of a substitute, then his height + rebounds + low offense is indeed worth betting on by the Lakers.
2. LaMarcus Aldridge
Playing for the Nets last season, Aldridge played in 47 regular season games, averaging 22 minutes per game, handing over 12.9 points, 5.5 rebounds and one block.
It is not difficult to see that the 37-year-old Aldridge still has the strength to fight, and as an experienced veteran, the cost performance is very high!
For the Lakers, compared to Cousins, Aldridge is also not to be underestimated for the improvement of the team's bench and rotation No. 5 position!
3. Eric Bledsoe
Playing in 54 games for the Clippers last season, Bledsoe had no shortage of bright spots, averaging 25 minutes per game and contributing 9.9 points, 3.4 rebounds, 4.2 assists and 1.3 steals.
Although Bledsoe has not yet found a home in the free agency market this summer, considering his age and ability at 32 years old, Bledsoe still has a chance to return to the league!
For the Lakers, Bledsoe is not only an excellent outside defender, but also an outstanding playmaker with an outstanding view of the big picture, and his role and influence on the game cannot be ignored.
It's just that from the current situation, the Lakers are not short of people on the guard line, and even some are overcrowded.
And one thing to say, if Bledsoe wants to join the Lakers, there are indeed considerable difficulties and obstacles!
4. Cameron Anthony
Playing for the Lakers last season, Melon Anthony played in 69 regular season games, averaging 26 minutes per game and finishing with 13.3 points, 4.2 rebounds and 1 assist.
Although he is 38 years old, in terms of physical condition and competitive status, Melon Anthony can be said to maintain a fairly high level!
There is no doubt that the Lakers have been working hard to adjust the team's roster to improve depth and strength, and Melon Anthony is indeed a candidate worth considering!
5. Hassan Whiteside
Playing for the Jazz last season, Whiteside played in 65 regular season games, averaging 18 minutes per game, handing over 8.2 points, 7.6 rebounds and 1.6 blocks.
And as a tall interior player, Whiteside will obviously be a good reinforcement option for any team!
For the Lakers who are on the occasion of employment, Whiteside's defense and rebounding protection are undoubtedly what the team needs most at present, and it can indeed provide good help and immediate combat power!