Lakers target Kevon Looney for backup center position
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 4, 2026, 2:58 AM
Last updated Jul 4, 2026
The Los Angeles Lakers are focusing on Kevon Looney as a potential backup center for the upcoming 2026-27 NBA season. The team recently restructured its roster, acquiring Walker Kessler and shipping Deandre Ayton to the Washington Wizards. Following the loss of several key players in free agency, the Lakers are now in search of a reliable backup big man. Along with Looney, Andre Drummond and Jonas Valanciunas are also under consideration. However, Valanciunas is reportedly looking to sign with EuroLeague club Zalgiris Kaunas if released from his NBA contract.
- •Lakers acquired Walker Kessler, traded Deandre Ayton to Wizards
- •Looney is viewed as a top candidate for the backup center role
- •Andre Drummond and Jonas Valanciunas are also being considered
- •Valanciunas may join EuroLeague if released from NBA contract
- •Looney is currently an unrestricted free agent
- 2:58 AMYahoo Sports — Lakers considering Kevon Looney for backup center role
"The Lakers are reportedly targeting Kevon Looney, an unrestricted free agent, for a backup center role.
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