Lakers Rumors: Latest Buzz, Analysis on LA’s Top Free-Agent Targets

July 1st, 2016 by Matt Fitzgerald Leave a reply »

With free agency opening on Friday, the Los Angeles Lakers have a rich franchise legacy, some promising young players in place and a big market as primary selling points to the top stars looking for new teams.

But on the heels of a 17-65 season and amid a transition to a new coach in Luke Walton, it will take some masterful persuasion for the Lakers to lure their big-name targets.

Below is a breakdown of the latest buzz surrounding Los Angeles as it prepares to hopefully land at least one proven, all-star caliber addition to the roster.

 

Kevin Durant's Visit Schedule Finalized, Won't Meet with Lakers Turner Sports' David Aldridge reported Durant will meet with the Oklahoma City Thunder on Thursday, the Golden State Warriors and Clippers on Friday, the San Antonio Spurs and Boston Celtics on Saturday and the Miami Heat on Sunday.

ESPN insider Chris Broussard confirmed earlier on Wednesday that the Lakers indeed wouldn't get a shot to give their pitch to the four-time NBA scoring champion.

Any of the destinations Durant chooses ultimately hurts the Purple and Gold. Their Staples Cen ...

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