Few teams will generate as much intrigue this offseason as the Los Angeles Lakers. After a nightmarish season, L.A. is hopeful that it can get back into contention during the 2014-15 campaign.
The eventual return of superstar guard Kobe Bryant will certainly help in that regard, but the rest of the roster is very much up in the air as is the head coaching position. The Lakers do hold the No. 7 overall pick in the 2014 NBA draft, though, so they could find an impact player that way.
With the draft and free agency on the horizon, here is the latest buzz surrounding the Lakers as they attempt to return to their winning ways.
Joel Embiid in Play?
Just a couple days ago, it seemed like Kansas center Joel Embiid was a definite option for the Cleveland Cavaliers with the No. 1 overall selection in the draft, and he was most definitely a top-three pick at worst. Due to a new revelation regarding Embiid's health, though, the Lakers may surprisingly find themselves in position to draft the talented 7-footer.
According to SportsCenter, Embiid suffered a stress fracture in his fo ...
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