The Los Angeles Lakers recently acquired star player Luka Doncic through a three-team trade, marking a significant shift in their roster dynamics. General manager Rob Pelinka acknowledged the team's need for further enhancement, specifically with a versatile big man to complement Doncic and LeBron James. The departure of Anthony Davis has created a significant gap in the lineup. Pelinka highlighted the qualities needed in a big man to improve spacing and competitiveness, emphasizing the challenge of finding suitable replacements in the current landscape of the NBA.
We know that our roster has continued work to do to become complete. We know we have a need for a big.
Parting with the 31-year-old Davis, considered to be one of the best two-way big men in the sport, has left a center-sized hole in the Lakers lineup.
Versatility, mobility, a vertical lob threat, I think that's a key to the spacing that Luka likes to play.
We'll find a way to accomplish the task that's before us.
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