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The media lists the five potential centers of the Lakers this summer! There is no Daluo but there is Nansi

Cidant Gupta, a columnist of the famous sports media Fadeaway world, posted a message saying that the Lakers have been looking for big players in the offseason. In the just-concluded playoffs, the Lakers lost early, and their shortcomings in the inside were severely grasped by their opponents, which was exposed completely. But the Lakers didn't sit there either. The management took active action and began to look for a suitable center all over the world. Team general manager Robert Pelinka was clear about the standards of an ideal center: he could not only open up space from the outside, but also be a sports center who could protect the basket.

With the goal, the Lakers have had scandals with many players, such as free agents Brooke Lopez, Clint Capela, Nick Clarkston, Daniel Gafford, etc., which are potential trading targets. However, it is not that easy to win them off.

Now, "Orange County Register" reporter Khobi Price gave a more detailed list of candidates, and the Lakers may be able to focus on this offseason. There is Goga Bitaze on the roster, which is the Magic's substitute center; the Magic's inside talent is full of talents, which often leads to him being able to stare at the bench. This guy is nearly 6 feet 11 inches tall. Although his movement ability is not top-notch, he is a great threat under the basket. With his rebounding and ability to guard the paint area, if he gets to the Lakers, he will be of great use. He averaged 7.2 points per game, grabbed 6.6 rebounds, and shot a 61.1% shooting percentage, and this was done in just 20.4 minutes of playing time per game; if it were the Lakers, the data might be more eye-catching.

Dalen Sharp is also on the roster, being the Nets' center and a restricted free agent. The guy is only 23 years old, 6-foot-11, and has excellent athleticism. He hits the basket with a pick-and-roll. He weighs 265 pounds and is not at all in the low position. This season, he averaged 7.9 points and 6.6 rebounds per game in 18.1 minutes, and his strength should not be underestimated. If the Lakers can't handle Clarkston, they can consider quoting Sharp.

Luke Cornett also entered people's vision. He won the championship at the Celtics and was about to enter the free market as an unrestricted free agent. This guy is 7 feet 2 inches tall. If he gets to the Lakers, he will be the tallest person in the team. His height will definitely bring a qualitative improvement to the team in terms of rebounds and basket protection. Although he may not be able to play as a starting player, he will definitely play an important role in the rotation lineup.

Larry Nance Jr., the former Lakers forward, was also highlighted by Price. He now plays for the Hawks. Although he is not as tall as an advantage, he has strong athletic ability, strong rebounding and defense, and is even more adept at playing in the center of the small ball. His three-point shooting percentage can reach 44.7%, which fully meets the Lakers' requirements for centers to open up space and protect the basket. If the Hawks buy out his contract, the Lakers might be able to sign him back.

The last one is Achuwa, the young forward of the Knicks, who is only 25 years old, has excellent athletic ability and a sharp rebounding sense, and is particularly active on both sides of the offense and defense. This season, he played 57 games for the Knicks, averaging 20.5 minutes per game, scoring 6.6 points and 5.2 rebounds, and he can also flexibly switch defenses when defending. Excellent athletic talent can bring more tactical choices to the Lakers lineup. If you join as a free agent, it will definitely be a good addition.

However, although these players can bring depth to the Lakers' inside, they are unlikely to become the team's starting center; what the Lakers lack most at the moment is precisely a starting center who can take the lead.

This season, the Lakers' inside line is simply a "big colander". When they met the Timberwolves in the playoffs, the opponent's center Gobert was in a mess in the Lakers' inside line, scoring 27 points and 24 rebounds in a single game, making the Lakers' inside line a mess. Where is the Lakers' center? Hayes, Wood and others were very embarrassed and could not hold on to their own basket. When attacking, it is impossible to provide Doncic and James with stable inside offense and defense output. The team's offense is often in a situation of fighting alone, and its efficiency is greatly reduced.

The competition in the Western Conference is fierce today. Teams like the Nuggets and the Timberwolves are strong inside. If the Lakers want to break through the siege in the West, it will not work without strengthening the inside. Moreover, excellent centers in the free market are already scarce, and the teams of the top centers are not allowed to let go of them at all, and the Lakers have a limited range of choices.

If the Lakers want to solve the center problem, they must look at the long term and select players who are suitable for the team's tactics among these five potential signings. Those who are familiar with the team system like Nans will be given priority. Then, the management must show sincerity and give the players enough attractiveness in terms of salary and playing time. At the same time, we cannot just focus on these five people, continue to dig deep into the free market and trading market, and see if there are any underestimated potential centers. Only if a capable starting center can be found and these potential signings can the Lakers' inside line be hoped to be truly improved.

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