The Los Angeles Lakers underwent a massive roster turnover this offseason and one of the casualties of that was forward Markieff Morris. The Lakers signed Morris during the 2020 season after he was bought out and the veteran played an absolutely massive role in the team’s championship run.
Last season, Morris had his ups and downs, but he was a reliable and versatile piece whom the team could plug in anywhere. Furthermore, with the team targeting veteran players with championship experience, Morris would fit the bill. But the Lakers decided to go elsewhere and Morris would ultimately join the Miami Heat.