The Lakers are interested in 7 centers! 4 players become bargaining chips, the Rockets want to poach the top 3D, and James will execute the contract

On June 29, with the arrival of the offseason, all teams also began to actively operate. Today, the Heat renewed the contract with Xiaomi Michelle, who performed well last season, and the Cavaliers renewed the contract with Meryl and got the Ball Brother from the Bulls trade. It can be seen that both teams want to chase the record next season. The Lakers, who are more concerned, have not yet made any moves, but news has been reported. Let's take a look at some rumors about the Lakers.

According to the Lakers' team reporter, the Lakers have multiple goals in strengthening the inside this offseason. Sources revealed that the Lakers are still interested in Kessler. They asked the Jazz before they got Marvel on the trading deadline, but the Jazz asked for multiple first-round picks. In addition, the Lakers also called the Hawks and asked about Okonwu's asking price. In addition, the Lakers also considered the Nets' Clarkston and the Trail Blazers' Rowe. They may also target three centers in the free market, Capela, Horford and Lopez.

Let's talk about these seven centers first, Kessler. The Jazz still wants to trade him now, but the asking price is probably still very high. At least two first rounds, I don't think about this Lakers. They are unwilling to give so many chips. In addition, the Jazz will probably not like the young players given by the Lakers. Now that the Hawks have obtained the Positive God, the Lakers' chances of winning Okonwu have become larger, but the asking price is probably not low. After all, Okonwu is young and has extremely high potential.

In comparison, the latter are more likely. First of all, Clarkston. The Nets clearly want to rebuild. They selected 5 first-round picks at once. The team cannot train them and can only consider sending away some transaction-worthy puzzles. Clarkston's asking price is probably not very high. It may be that Knector and one first-round pick can be won. Clarkston has good defense and his ability to eat cakes is excellent, which is in line with Doncic's goal.

Rowe is also a bakery inside player. His defensive ability is stronger, and the asking price is probably lower. Because the Trail Blazers are aiming to rebuild, they have Yang Hansen and Klingen, and it doesn't make much sense to keep Rowe. They also want to trade Ayton. Rowe is indeed very good, but his problem is also obvious. This person is too easy to be injured and his attendance rate cannot be guaranteed. It's okay as a substitute center. If he is allowed to serve as the starting center, the Lakers may be in a situation of playing in the five small teams for a long time.

As for these three in the free market, Horford is likely to stay with the Celtics. After all, the Celtics have always cooperated well. Even if the Celtics will not pursue their record next season, they still need a locker room leader. In addition, Daluo is only suitable to serve as a pseudo-starting center. His movement speed is too slow. Although the space and frame protection are good, they will be targeted. Capela is a good choice. He is good at eating cakes and has good defensive skills, and these three people are not expensive.

The Lakers also have their own ideas about getting a center in the trade. It is reported that they will use Kneckett as the main bargaining chip. Previously, they would use Hachimura Shizuki, Vincent and Kleber as trading chips. The team will mainly discuss trades around these four. To be honest, Hachimura and Kneckett have certain trading value. The other two are players who match the contract. If Hachimura leaves the team, the Lakers' forward line will be stretched.

Recently, Finney Smith jumped out of the contract and became a free agent. He wanted to reach a new contract extension with the Lakers, but the current situation is that Finney Smith's asking price is very high. He has the ability to reach a four-year, 96.5 million contract with the Lakers. Finney Smith is worth this price, but the Lakers are afraid that they can't give so much. Perhaps it is because of this that they consider trading Hachimura and Vincent to free up more salary space to renew Finney Smith.

However, the Lakers must hurry up now, because many teams are eyeing Finney Smith, including the Rockets. According to NBA reporters, the Rockets are considering packaging the White Devils and Langdale to upgrade the lineup, and they are interested in getting Finney Smith. To be honest, I think the Rockets want Finney Smith to be entirely for their defensive culture. He will not improve the team too much. After all, there are Amen and Ethan. What the Rockets need more is a better space shooter.

Today, the 76ers provided Grimes with qualification quotes. Since joining the 76ers, he averaged 20+ per game, has excellent defensive ability and very tough, and has enough space and ball-holding offensive ability. If he can get him to make up for the lack of No. 2 position, I think it is the best choice. In addition, today the Lakers executed Goodwin's team option contract for next season, which was only 2.35 million, which is very worth it. Although Goodwin is not very practical in the playoffs, he can rely on his own enthusiasm to give the team great help in the regular season.

Lakers also revealed that James will execute his last year's contract. He has begun to resume training. Do you think he will retire after playing this season? Having said that, what do you want to say about the current Lakers? Welcome to leave a message for discussion.