Lakers target veteran big men, including Mitchell Robinson and Tarris Reed Jr
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 3:53 AM
Last updated Jun 22, 2026
The Los Angeles Lakers are actively seeking a veteran big man this offseason, potentially focusing on Mitchell Robinson and Robert Williams III from the free-agent market. Robinson, fresh off an NBA championship with the New York Knicks, is set to become an unrestricted free agent. Meanwhile, the Lakers may also look to the NBA Draft for talent, with Kentucky's Jayden Quaintance and UConn's Tarris Reed Jr. emerging as candidates. Quaintance’s draft stock has slipped due to injury concerns, while Reed's impressive collegiate performance makes him an appealing option.
- •Lakers linked to free agents Mitchell Robinson and Robert Williams III.
- •Robinson's recent championship with Knicks adds to his appeal.
- •Kentucky's Jayden Quaintance may be available at the No. 25 pick.
- •UConn's Tarris Reed Jr. is viewed as a strong draft prospect.
- •Lakers are expected to be aggressive in the offseason.
- 3:53 AMYahoo Sports — NBA Trade Rumors: Lakers Linked to $15.7M Center Who Could ’Completely Thrive’ Alongside Luka Dončić
- 11:15 AMYahoo Sports — Lakers Rumors: Los Angeles ‘Linked to All Sorts of Veteran Big Men’ Including NBA Champion and $48,000,000 Center
"The Los Angeles Lakers are anticipated to target a big man who can complement and create opportunities for Luka Dončić. With the Lakers expected to be one of the most aggressive teams during the NBA offseason, several potential targets have already emerged as candidates on their radar.
"Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Dončić wants to play with an “A-list center,” according to reports. The Slovenian himself told fans that he prefers a big man, “who can run the pick-and-roll and jump to the rim.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 22, 2026, 3:53 AMNBA Trade Rumors: Lakers Linked to $15.7M Center Who Could ’Completely Thrive’ Alongside Luka Dončić
Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Dončić wants to play with an “A-list center,” according to reports. The Slovenian himself told fans that he prefers a big man, “who can run the pick-and-roll and jump to the rim.
- Yahoo SportsJun 21, 2026, 11:15 AMLakers Rumors: Los Angeles ‘Linked to All Sorts of Veteran Big Men’ Including NBA Champion and $48,000,000 Center
The Los Angeles Lakers are anticipated to target a big man who can complement and create opportunities for Luka Dončić. With the Lakers expected to be one of the most aggressive teams during the NBA offseason, several potential targets have already emerged as candidates on their radar.
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