
Horton-Tucker starting allows Anthony to provide an offensive spark off the bench.
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The Lakers made Horton-Tucker the team’s top priority over Alex Caruso or Dennis Schroder in terms of keeping their own free agents.

With Davis, Westbrook and LeBron James eating up the team’s cap space, the Lakers need Talen Horton-Tucker to take a step forward next season. Despite this concession, it would be an upset if Davis became the starting center, rather than simply being utilized in this role when needed during games.Ĭarmelo Is Expected to Play a Key Role on Lakers Los Angeles Times’ Brad Turner reported Anthony Davis told Russell Westbrook he is willing to play more center if it helps the team.

It would not be a surprise if the Lakers’ next move is to add another veteran big man. Dwight Howard will be in contention for this spot as well heading into training camp. Drummond is headed to the Sixers, and all indications are the big man was promised a starting gig before joining the Lakers. The Lakers have a few decisions to make beginning at center after Marc Gasol lost the starting job to Andre Drummond following his mid-season signing. SG- Talen Horton-Tucker, Wayne Ellington, Malik Monk, Joel Ayayi*, Austin Reaves* SF- LeBron James, Kent Bazemore, Trevor Ariza, Lakers Roster & Projected Starting Lineup 2021-22 The Lakers are still likely to make a few more signings as free agency continues. Here is a look at our projections for the current Lakers depth chart but plenty can change based on how Frank Vogel opts to utilize the team’s new additions. All that to say, Lakers fans may need a refresher on the updated Lakers roster and projected starting five. Los Angeles also traded three players and allowed several others to walk in free agency. The Los Angeles Lakers agreed to terms with seven new players during the first two days of free agency, reshuffling their roster and starting lineup heading into the 2021-22 season.
