Lakers reportedly set to part ways with $4.2M former first-rounder after lackluster season
The Lakers have had the writing on the wall for some time now.
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The Los Angeles Lakers are preparing for a first-round matchup with the Houston Rockets after securing the fourth seed in the Western Conference. While the playoffs are the primary focus, there is already some attention shifting toward free agency this summer. There is growing belief that LeBron James will return.
“All signs are leading LeBron back to Los Angeles. Sure, he doesn't have the leverage he once had, but he doesn't need to sign a max deal. All of these factors should lead LeBron to sign a team-friendly contract to continue his tenure with the Lakers for at least one more season,” Lake Show Life’s Jason Reed wrote.
However, the same cannot be said for second-year Laker Dalton Knecht, who has struggled throughout the season. “The former first-round draft pick is behind Bronny James and Drew Timme in LA’s rotation at this stage. Redick doesn’t trust Knecht in any situation, so it is time to move on.