Lakers fans, let’s be honest. Jake LaRavia is not the type of signing that should excite anyone when it comes to building a championship team.
After the Los Angeles Lakers made him their first free-agent call this offseason, it IS clear that something has shifted in Hollywood. This move is a far cry from the star-studded acquisitions the Lakers are known for, and frankly, it is a sign of the challenges ahead.
LaRavia is not a bad player, but he is a long way from the headline name the Lakers should be targeting if they are serious about competing for a title in 2026.