Lakers consider adding Andrew Wiggins this summer from Miami Heat
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 3:00 PM
Last updated Jun 15, 2026
The Los Angeles Lakers may pursue Andrew Wiggins, a former Golden State Warriors All-Star forward. Reports suggest the Lakers could benefit if Wiggins opts out of his $30.2 million deal with the Miami Heat. Wiggins had a successful stint with the Warriors, contributing significantly to their championship in the 2021-22 season. He averaged 17.2 points per game with notable three-point shooting accuracy. As the offseason approaches, the Lakers are looking at various players to strengthen their roster.
- •Lakers linked to Andrew Wiggins as offseason approaches.
- •Wiggins coming off best three-point shooting season at 41.4%.
- •He was a key contributor to Warriors' 2021-22 championship team.
- •Wiggins must decide whether to opt out of $30.2 million contract.
- •Lakers exploring multiple options in a talent-rich free agent market.
- 3:00 PMYahoo Sports — Lakers linked to former $147 million Warriors All-Star forward, NBA champion
"An NBA pundit thinks the Los Angeles Lakers could land an ex-Golden State Warriors standout contributor this summer.
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