This offseason promises to be a monumental one for the Lakers, who will hire a new coach and look to reload in their first season of the post-Kobe Bryant era.
Below are the most important dates to keep in mind as the offseason rolls on:
Draft Combine (May 11-15): Teams get their first up-close look at their potential draftees at this showcase in Chicago. There, draft hopefuls go through an array of tests, from vertical jump and bench press to 5-on-5 and personal interviews, plus everything in between.
Draft Lottery (May 17): The ping-pong balls will decide if the Lakers keep their first round pick, which is sent to Philadelphia if it falls to fourth overall or lower.