Will the Los Angeles Lakers run it back, or will they be forced to once again make big changes? That is the question hanging over them right now.
They have professed a profound interest in keeping guard Austin Reaves, who could command lots of money as a restricted free agent. In addition, D’Angelo Russell, Dennis Schroder and Lonnie Walker IV, all of whom were key to their success this season, will be free agents.
If even one leaves, Los Angeles could end up looking to the 2023 NBA draft for a replacement or two. One backcourt player they recently worked out is Terquavion Smith from North Carolina State University.