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Lakers express interest in Rockets forward Tari Eason

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 9:22 PM

Last updated Jun 19, 2026

Lakers express interest in Rockets forward Tari Eason
Summary

The Los Angeles Lakers are considering Tari Eason of the Houston Rockets as a potential free agent target. With LeBron James' future uncertain, the Lakers have been evaluating players to complement star guard Luka Doncic. Eason, a former LSU standout, had a solid showing in the 2026 NBA playoffs against the Lakers, averaging 10.5 points and 6.3 rebounds this past season. The Lakers' interest hinges on their contract decisions regarding Austin Reaves and LeBron James. Other free agent targets include Peyton Watson, Jalen Duren, and Walker Kessler.

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  • •Lakers show interest in Rockets forward Tari Eason for free agency
  • •Eason averaged 10.5 points and 6.3 rebounds last season
  • •Lakers and Rockets faced off in a six-game playoff series
  • •Interest in Eason depends on contracts for Reaves and James
  • •Other potential targets include Watson, Duren, and Kessler
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  • 9:22 PMYahoo Sports — Lakers list of free agent targets includes Houston Rockets forward
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The Los Angeles Lakers are said to have a level of interest in former LSU forward Tari Eason of the Houston Rockets.

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