Lakers explore options for final roster spot ahead of 2026-27 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 10, 2026, 11:48 PM
Last updated Aug 10, 2026
The Los Angeles Lakers continue to shape their roster as they approach the 2026-27 NBA season. With Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves, Quentin Grimes, and Walker Kessler likely locked in as four starters, the team is focused on finding a suitable power forward. Names like Jonathan Kuminga and P.J. Washington have been suggested, though Kuminga's contract status poses complications. ESPN's George Sedano recommends exploring a potential signing of Zach LaVine if he becomes available, despite LaVine currently being under contract with the Sacramento Kings. Reports indicate the Kings are not considering a buyout for LaVine, who is entering the final year of a significant contract.
- •Lakers likely finalize four starters: Doncic, Reaves, Grimes, Kessler.
- •Kuminga's contract demands complicate his potential signing.
- •Sedano suggests Lakers pursue LaVine if he becomes available.
- •Kings currently not considering a buyout for LaVine.
- •LaVine is entering the final year of a $215.2 million contract.
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"It may be nearly two weeks into August, but the Los Angeles Lakers are far from finalizing their roster heading to the 2026-27 season.The topic of conversation remains the power forward position for the Lakers. The team has likely established four starters — Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves, Quentin Grimes and Walker Kessler — but needs […] The post Lakers Advised to ‘Take a Chance’ on 21 PPG All-Star to Pair With Luka Doncic appeared first on HEAVY.
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