Lakers consider signing unrestricted free agent centers Robinson and Williams
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 2:01 PM
Last updated Jun 21, 2026
The Los Angeles Lakers are exploring options to strengthen their center position ahead of free agency. As they prepare for roster changes, Mitchell Robinson of the New York Knicks and Robert Williams III of the Portland Trail Blazers have emerged as potential targets. Both players are known for their defensive skills and rebounding but have histories of injuries that could impact their availability. The Lakers will need to assess the risks and benefits of pursuing these players, particularly as other teams may seek to retain them. Decisions will accelerate as the free agency period approaches.
- •Lakers need improvements at the center position for next season.
- •Mitchell Robinson and Robert Williams III are potential unrestricted free agents.
- •Both players have injury concerns affecting their availability.
- •Free agency begins soon, intensifying the Lakers' decision-making process.
- 2:01 PMYahoo Sports — Lakers linked to two defensive-minded unrestricted free agent centers
"The Lakers clearly need help at the center position, especially defensively and on the boards.
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