Robert Horry advises Lakers on building a championship roster
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 5, 2026, 3:39 AM
Last updated Jun 5, 2026
Robert Horry emphasized the need for the Los Angeles Lakers to build a competitive roster during an appearance on ESPN L.A. radio. He noted that the team must find capable players to contend with the current Western Conference leaders, the San Antonio Spurs and Oklahoma City Thunder. Horry pointed out that the Lakers should focus on acquiring a tall defensive player to counteract Victor Wembanyama and also acquire dynamic two-way wings to match up against excellent guards in the league. The Lakers face significant roster turnover, especially concerning LeBron James' future decisions, which Horry highlighted as crucial for the franchise's direction this offseason.
- •Horry insists Lakers need to match Spurs and Thunder talent.
- •Lakers should focus on tall defensive options and athletic wings.
- •LeBron James' free agency decision is vital for roster direction.
- •Lakers' offseason could determine their competitiveness for years.
- 3:39 AMYahoo Sports — Robert Horry on how the Lakers must build a championship roster
"Former Lakers forward Robert Horry outlined the benchmark for how the team must start building a championship roster this summer.
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