Despite checking LeBron James’ contract extension off of his to-do list this summer, Rob Pelinka still remains focused on retooling the Lakers’ roster. After all, Pelinka and Jeanie Buss have said that they’re not done making moves and it seems as though the former is attempting to keep his word.
As currently constructed, the Lakers have an obvious need for shooters, 3-and-D players, and size. That’s why, according to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski, Pelinka has been working hard to fill in those gaps and put Los Angeles in a better position to compete for banner number 18.