After deciding to stand pat at the 2019-20 NBA trade deadline, the Los Angeles Lakers have since been linked to several players via the buyout market.
The buyout market in recent seasons has become more competitive as veteran players with something left in the tank have seemed more willing to forego guaranteed money for the chance to play with championship contenders. While these players have historically made minimal impacts come playoff time, there is still a market for their services since they are able to remedy specific team weaknesses.
Although the Lakers have the best record in the Western Conference, there are clear deficiencies on the roster.