So far, the Los Angeles Lakers have not lived up to expectations this offseason.
Then again, when expectations for a legendary rebuilding franchise focus on going nuts and trading for DeMarcus Cousins or somehow bringing LaMarcus Aldridge to town, this shouldn't be a major surprise.
It is clear the Lakers have a plan in place, though. The addition of Lou Williams was a good one, and one can see the outline of a core starting to form. Here's a look at the latest, because everyone should know the Lakers are far from done.
Brendan Haywood Latest
The Lakers remain one of the most obvious destinations for Cleveland Cavaliers big man Brendan Haywood.
Everyone knows the Lakers want as much free space as possible to gun for the big names next offseason. Haywood could play a vital role in such a strategy thanks to his contract, but only if the Lakers can convince the Cavaliers to trade him.
It seems general manager Mitch Kupchak and Co. are trying, per Sam Amico of Fox Sports:
Here is the deal with Haywood: He's due $10.5 million ...
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