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Lakers likely to pursue Knicks' center this summer with strong bid

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 25, 2026, 8:44 PM

Last updated Jun 25, 2026

Lakers likely to pursue Knicks' center this summer with strong bid
Summary

The Los Angeles Lakers are expected to make a significant offer for New York Knicks' center Mitchell Robinson, projected in the $13-15 million range. This comes shortly after the Knicks celebrated an NBA Finals victory and look to retain key players for the upcoming season. ESPN’s Bobby Marks indicated the Lakers might outbid the Knicks for Robinson, given his strong rebounding metrics, including 8.8 rebounds per game and advanced stats showing his effectiveness on both ends of the court. The Lakers' interest in Robinson suggests they aim to strengthen their frontcourt.

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  • •Lakers projected to outbid Knicks for Mitchell Robinson this summer.
  • •Robinson averaged 8.8 rebounds per game and excels in rebounding metrics.
  • •Knicks aim to keep most of their roster intact after winning the Finals.
  • •Lakers may seek a center skilled in offensive play as well.
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  • 8:44 PMYahoo Sports — Lakers predicted to outbid Knicks for $60 million fan-favorite rebounding star, NBA champion
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The Los Angeles Lakers received a great offseason free agency projection on Wednesday.

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