The Los Angeles Lakers did not have the season they anticipated when general manager Rob Pelinka reloaded the roster with younger and more talented players in the hopes of repeating as NBA champions. Injuries derailed their early momentum and they ultimately went home via a first-round loss to the Phoenix Suns.
As the postseason continues without them, Pelinka and the Lakers are going to turn their attention to the offseason. They have some time, but they need to come up with a plan to retool for 2021-22 while being very strapped for cash. it’s unclear exactly how they’ll approach this summer, but early indications point to bringing back as many of their free agents as possible.