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Rob Pelinka faces critical offseason to support Lakers' title aspirations

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 11:30 AM

Last updated Jun 28, 2026

Rob Pelinka faces critical offseason to support Lakers' title aspirations

Summary

Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka enters a pivotal offseason as free agency approaches on Tuesday. With a recent successful trade for Luka Doncic, Pelinka must now address the need for a premier center to complement the team's star lineup. The pressure mounts, as failing to improve the roster could lead to unwanted comparisons to former Dodgers GM Ned Colletti's brief tenure. Amid a tight budget, Pelinka has options, but must navigate the complexities of the market to enhance the team's championship prospects.

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By the Numbers

•Pelinka successfully traded for Luka Doncic in 2025.
•Free agency opens on Tuesday with critical roster building ahead.
•Pelinka needs to acquire a top center to support Doncic.
•Lakers face budget constraints while seeking impactful additions.
•Colletti's short stint serves as a cautionary tale for Pelinka.

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11:30 AMYahoo Sports — Swanson: You're up, Rob Pelinka. To avoid Ned Colletti's fate, the Lakers' GM has to deliver this offseason

What they're saying

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The former Dodgers general manager had it easier than Pelinka but only lasted two relatively successful seasons. Yet Pelinka must build a winner fast.
— Yahoo Sports

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