The Lakers will have an opportunity to change everything next summer—if they avoid costly decisions.
The 2026 offseason will present the Los Angeles Lakers with an opportunity they haven't had in quite some time. Significant cap space could be available to the front office, thus permitting Rob Pelinka to not only re-sign Austin Reaves, but add considerable talent.
With this in mind, the Lakers must keep an eye on the future and avoid the temptation to sacrifice long-term assets for short-term gains.