The Los Angeles Lakers would need approximately $470 million in cap space to sign all of the free agents they're linked to through rumors.
No team is linked to more, partly because, well, they're the Lakers. The other reason is because most of their roster remains bare. Of course, many of these rumors are unrealistic.
Here are the unsigned stars Los Angeles has shown interest in this summer, according to sources, and the likelihood they're actually acquired.
SF LeBron James, Miami Heat
TNT's David Aldridge reported that the Lakers have met with James' agent.
However, for James to leave the Miami Heat, Los Angeles needs to convince him it's a championship-caliber team today—more so than any other team that could sign him. This includes the Heat, which he's led to four straight NBA Finals appearances.
For that to happen, Mitch Kupchak needs divine intervention.
Laker Likelihood: When Zach Randolph flies.
SF Carmelo Anthony, New York Knicks
ESPN's Ramona Shelburne reported that ...
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